America Is in a Debt Crisis. Will Trump or Biden Address It at the Debate?

During and after this week's presidential debate, we must look beyond rhetoric and personality to the core issues shaping America's future. The most pressing is the unsustainable growth of government spending and ballooning national debt, which promises to rob Americans of wealth and living standards in the coming decades. Make no mistake, it's a genuine crisis demanding immediate attention. Dealing with it responsibly should be the litmus test for presidential leadership.

A recent Congressional Budget Office (CBO) report paints a dire picture. Projected deficits have climbed alarmingly high, far exceeding previous...