Presents both sides of the debate about the accuracy of methods used to determine the consumer price index (CPI) and its role in balancing the federal budget. A
Compiled by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the CPI is used to index Social Security payments and many other federal programs, as well as to adjust tax brackets
Although inflation is much feared for its negative effects on the economy, how to measure it is a matter of considerable debate that has important implications
Compiled by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the CPI is used to index Social Security payments and many other federal programs, as well as to adjust tax brackets