Why, According to NEC Chairman Robert Rubin, Would an Attack

Why, according to NEC chairman Robert Rubin, would an attack on the federal deficit prompt an economic recovery?

A) If everyone could live within their means, the economy would do fine.
B) If Wall Street saw signs of decreased borrowing, interest rates would fall.
C) A smaller deficit would make the United States less beholden to China.
D) A smaller deficit would put more money in people's pockets.