Effectively doubled from this date in 2008:
http://www.usdebtclock.org/2008.htmlThe word "amazing" is way overused by those younger than I so I try not to use it at all but, I find it absof***inglutlyamazing (seems to fit well) that the system can still be up and running . . . time to take my BP meds.
I appeal to all of you if you have not already, please take the time to teach your children and grandchildren this. I have used Schoolhouse Rock's Tyrannosaurus Debt:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0efqnvYz4YI appropriate for all ages. $5 trillion back when aired around 1996, $10 T 2008, now almost $20 T.
For if we don't, in the words of Stephen the madman . . .
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFCvg8uokZc