Since World War II,with the exception of the late 1990s,the governments of most developed countries have

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Most developed countries have run budget deficits in times of recession to stimulate economic growth and provide relief to citizens. However, in the late 1990s, some countries like the United States and Canada achieved budget surpluses. Repaying national debts has been a long-term goal, but it has not been achieved by most countries. While some countries may have kept their budgets balanced at times, it has not been a consistent trend for most countries. Being net lenders in times of recession is rare for governments and does not align with the typical role of government in providing economic support.

Since World War II,with the Exception of the Late 1990s,the