StrategyDriven Editorial Perspective – Negotiations and the Divided Government
Strategy Driven
SEPTEMBER 1, 2011
The second objective of all three parties was the avoidance of a credit rating downgrade. At the time (prior to the actual downgrade), the threat of a credit downgrade forced all three parties to the negotiating table. This would force the government to prioritize its spending and essentially achieve a balanced budget.
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