Alexander Hamilton Quote - A national debt, if it is not excessive, will be to us a national blessing.

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A national debt, if it is not excessive, will be to us a national blessing.

"A national debt, if it is not excessive, will be to us a national blessing."

— Alexander Hamilton

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Author: Alexander Hamilton
Category: Analytical
Tags: Analytical Blessing Money Nation

Meaning of this quote

Moderate public debt is presented as potentially useful rather than inherently harmful.

Key takeaway: Evaluate debt in relation to purpose and capacity.

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Attributed author: Alexander Hamilton

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