The Federal Debt: What You Need to Know
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The Federal Debt: What You Need to Know

with Jon Haveman

Mon Mar 9, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Founders Room

Join economist Jon Haveman for a clear, nonpartisan breakdown of the federal debt — how it works, why it’s grown, when it matters (and when it doesn’t), and what the numbers actually mean.

Economics Explained: A Nonpartisan Series with Jon Haveman

Clear, nonpartisan explanations of today’s biggest economic issues — focused on facts, context, and real-world relevance. No background in economics required.

  • Mon, Feb 9, 6pm — Social Security Economics Explained
  • Mon, Mar 9, 6pm — The Federal Debt: What You Need to Know
  • Mon, Apr 13, 6pm — State of the U.S. Economy: What’s Happening & Why

This event is co-sponsored by the Rotary Club of Tiburon-Belvedere.


Jon Haveman, Ph.D., is Executive Director of the National Economic Education Delegation and a Principal at Marin Economic Consulting, an economic research and consulting firm specializing in entrepreneurship and local economic development issues. Dr. Haveman is an expert on regional economies and local economic development, particularly the Bay Area economy. He is also widely considered one of California’s leading experts on the economics of seaports, goods movement, and international trade policy.

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