It does not even technically help solve the underlying problem, as this software illustrates.

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But, rather like a crash diet for a compulsive eater, it does not solve the underlying problem and it could have unwelcome side-effects.

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This could keep the body from hitting the pavement for now, but does nothing to solve the underlying problem, and could make it worse.

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Now, what is important is that even as we raise the debt ceiling, we also solve the problem of underlying debt and deficits.

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