The most popular programs for the Budget Surplus Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=204 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Sun, 26 May 2013 07:41:19 GMT President Clinton addressed the participants of Boys' and Girls' Nation about their community involvement and civic responsibility. He also reflected on the progress made during his administration on reduction of the federal debt. He talked about the proposed Republican tax cut and how the surplus should be used to save Social Security, reform Medicare and reduce the federal debt. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151241-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151241-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT President Clinton urged legislators to adopt his budget plan which would set aside most of an expected budget surplus for Social Security. He argued against a Republican plan for a ten percent tax cut saying that saving Social Security first would stabilize families and strengthen the ability of the U.S. to lead the world. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/120495-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/120495-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT In a Rose Garden ceremony before a large audience, President Clinton signed a document vetoing Republican-backed budget legislation that provided for $800 billion in tax cuts over the next ten years, saying that the plan was too drastic and would force cuts in education spending and inhibit the government's ability to pay down the national debt. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152314-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152314-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT President Clinton talked about projections for an even larger budget surplus than first suspected. He listed the potential benefits of being debt free by the year 2012. He also responded to media questions on a variety of issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/157911-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/157911-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT The president called on Congress to utilize federal budget surpluses to strengthen Medicare and Social Security. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151192-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151192-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Committee members heard testimony on Congressional Budget Office projections for the U.S. economy and the federal budget surplus. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162270-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162270-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Participants talked with reporters about saving federal dollars for the future through budget policy, tax cuts, and disciplined use of the federal budget surplus. Among the issues they addressed were the unreliability of surplus projections, the prudence of tax cuts, and future spending demands. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163115-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163115-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Daniels testified about the state of the U.S. economy and the federal budget. He opposed using budget surplus funds to pay down very much of the federal debt and favored the tax rebate being paid to most taxpayers. The surplus is less than expected because of the slowing economy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165135-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165135-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Professor Jorgenson talked about the next phase for the U.S. economy. He said economists were wrong in predicting that the late 1990s economic boom would continue. The surge was caused by information technology stock prices and the recent decline was caused by semiconductor technology developments. After his prepared remarks Professor Jorgenson answered questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165700-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165700-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Senators talked to reporters about a bipartisan alternative budget proposal in response to the Republican plan. They stressed that their plan provides tax relief for the middle class but reserves the Social Security surplus and provides funds for Medicare reform and debt reduction. After their prepared remarks they answered reporters' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151234-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151234-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Panel members talked about the federal budget surplus and proposals for spending the money. They said that ten years ago no economist could have dreamed of a budget surplus and explained how the surplus came about. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151189-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151189-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Participants discussed the federal budget surplus, spending caps, and Republican and Democratic plans to use the surplus. After their discussion they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152581-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152581-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Republican leaders talked to reporters about their tax cut legislation and urged President Clinton not to veto the measure. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152102-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152102-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT President Clinton joined House and Senate Democrats to address an audience of senior citizens and minorities about Republican-proposed legislation that utilized the budget surplus to provide a $790 billion tax cut. They argued that the surplus should be used to pay off the national debt and claimed they too wanted a tax cut, but planned to shore up Social Security and Medicare first. The rally also included Representative Forbes who spoke about his recent decision to switch from the Republican to the Democratic Party. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151384-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151384-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Senator Frist discussed the budget surplus and proposals to put the money towards Medicare, Social Security, education, and tax relief. He took audience calls, faxes, and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/126051-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/126051-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Representative Armey talked about the budget surplus and how some of the surplus would be used to purchase portions of the private sector. He proposed a larger tax cut to avoid such a takeover. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163145-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163145-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Senators heard testimony about President Clinton's Medicare plan. Witnesses testified that the plan would make Medicare more competitive and efficient, would add prescription drug coverage, and would modernize benefits. The plan would be funded by the federal budget surplus. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/150922-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/150922-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Republican Senators briefed reporters on tax cut legislation that was recently passed through the Senate. They explained that the bill would help out married couples, average Americans, parents, and small businessmen. They criticized President Clinton for threatening to veto the legislation and claimed that the legislation would strengthen the economy by giving money back to Americans, allowing them to increase their personal savings. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151436-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151436-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Representative Levin talked about what he termed the "fiscally irresponsible" Republican tax cut proposal which would exploit the recent budget surplus to cut taxes. He also responded to audience telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/150840-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/150840-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Senator Coverdell talked about Republican tax cut proposals, amendments he is considering proposing, and responded to criticism by claiming that Democrats "want to spend" the federal budget surplus without giving back to taxpayers. He also took audience calls, faxes, and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151215-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151215-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT The Senate Budget Committee discussed spending priorities and heard from Comptroller General David Walker. Mr. Walker testified about various spending programs and how to efficiently approach budgetary allocation of funds in light of the current federal surplus. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155108-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155108-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Representative Cardin talked about Democratic proposals to allocate the budget surplus, criticizing Republican proposals to provide tax cuts. He also took audience calls, faxes, and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/126052-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/126052-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Members of the President's economic team briefed reporters on the federal budget and tax policy, including Medicare and Social Security initiatives. Mr. Lockhart took reporter questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/150250-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/150250-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Representative Kuykendall, his staff, and other government officials met with constituents to discuss various issues including Social Security, Medicare, and a Republican tax cut plan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151756-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151756-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Miller talked about the recently passed Republican tax cuts, the federal budget surplus, and his new book [Monopoly Politics]. He also took audience calls, faxes, and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151078-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151078-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Senator Lieberman talked to his constituents about Social Security and Medicare. He commented on the federal budget surplus and asked his constituents if they had any suggestions on what to do with it. He mentioned people who had been victims of sweepstakes fraud, and said that he has prepared legislation to address the problem. He responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/122230-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/122230-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT President Clinton spoke about his veto of a Republican estate tax bill that would eliminate the estate tax. He said that the plan would only benefit the rich and potentially harm the economy, but said he would support the measure in another form. He also commented on efforts to combat wildfires in the West. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159028-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159028-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT President Bush talked about the federal budget surplus and tax cuts, saying that while surplus estimates by the Office of Management and Budget had been lowered his proposed tax cut would not lead to spending from Social Security revenues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165711-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165711-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Participants talked about how to use the budget surplus. At issue was an appropriate method to provide tax cuts, how to save Social Security, and how to use some of the surplus for education. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/120927-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/120927-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT President Clinton announced that the projected budget surplus for fiscal year 1999 was $115 billion and that this was the second year in a row that had produced a surplus. After his comments he answered questions from reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152395-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152395-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT The speakers talked about the relationship between budget surpluses and private investment. Mr. Dudley and Mr. Makin downplayed the effects of monetary policy on financial markets. They responded to audience questions. This program ends abruptly. It is missing approximately one minute at the end. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155861-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155861-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Representative Hastert and other Illinois representatives talked about the tax cut legislation that was passed in the Congress. They stressed that Americans deserved this tax cut to help support their families. They also talked about how the majority of the Surplus will be used to save Social Security and reduce the national debt. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151552-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151552-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Representatives Armey and Portman briefed reporters about Republican tax cut legislation passed earlier this year. They claimed that the American people understands the legislation, "embracing the tax bill." They called on the president to sign the legislation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151989-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151989-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Democratic leaders spoke to reporters about a report issued by the Congressional Budget Office which indicated that the estimated budget surplus was lower than previously reported. Among the issues they addressed were the security of the Social Security and Medicare trust funds, levels of federal spending, and the impact of the president's tax cut. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165789-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165789-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT The president spoke about the accomplishments of his administration, including a balanced budget and a federal surplus. He explained his reasons for vetoing the Republican tax cut plan, claiming that it would have damaged Social Security and Medicare. He charged the congressional majority to "fund America's real priorities," and derided their efforts, claiming that it would harm education funding and health care. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152367-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152367-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Republican representatives talked with reporters about their proposed budget legislation. They stressed that the surplus will be used to save Social Security, pay back part of the federal debt, maintain a balanced budget, and allow for some tax reductions. After their prepared remarks they answered reporters' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/121726-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/121726-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT In response to criticism from President Clinton, Representative Kasich defended the Republican tax reduction plan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155878-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155878-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Representative Rivers discussed news stories and the budget debate. She talked about issues such as tax cuts, Medicare, and various departmental spending. She also commented on the situation in Kosovo in relation to the budget issues. She responded to audience telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/121992-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/121992-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT President Clinton urged governors to oppose a proposed Republican tax cut warning that it would result in drastic cutbacks in many programs that could hurt states, including Medicare, veterans benefits, and farm programs. He also urged them to do more to provide health care to low-income children. Following his remarks President Clinton had several private conversations with those in attendance. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151479-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151479-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Lew spoke about President Clinton's announcement that the budget surplus for fiscal year 1999 was $115 billion and about the administration's fiscal policies. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152398-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152398-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT President Clinton outlined his top priorities for the budget surplus in this weekly address. He also criticized the Republicans for pursuing "risky" tax cuts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155877-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155877-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT The senators commented on their hopes for the federal budget. Each party criticized the other's plan for the budget surplus. They also responded to questions from the media, including inquiries about rising fuel prices. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/156277-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/156277-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Participants talked about the Congressional Budget Offices' mid-year review regarding the federal budget surplus any why some in Congressional leaders were blaming the tax cut for lower projected figures. They will also spoke about programs to stimulate economic growth and fund missile defense. Following their remarks they answered questions from reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165740-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165740-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Democratic senators talked to reporters about a Republican tax cut plan saying that it would adversely affect the Medicare system. They instead proposed that 15 percent of the budget surplus be used for investment in Medicare rather than for across-the-board tax cuts. After their remarks they answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/121200-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/121200-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Democratic leaders and others talked to reporters about their opposition to a Republican tax cut plan. They said the budget surplus should be used to pay down the debt and to save Social Security. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152103-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152103-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Daniels released the Office of Management and Budget's report regarding the mid-season numbers for the 2001 federal budget. The report indicated that the size of the predicted budget surplus was less than expected. Following his remarks he answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165721-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165721-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Representative Gephardt talked with reporters about tax cut legislation, the Waco investigation, and clemency for Puerto Rican terrorists. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151988-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/151988-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Rep. Kuykendall talked about the federal budget surplus and its uses. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159182-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159182-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Echaveste discussed news stories and the White House plan for the fiscal year 2000 federal budget. She responded to audience telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/119729-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/119729-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT Republican leaders spoke to reporters about new budget surplus estimates and plans to introduce tax cut legislation. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162289-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162289-1 Wed, 28 Jul 1999 00:00:00 GMT