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[C]utting programs that were not effective or essential and even some that were, but are now unaffordable; and precisely targeting our investments. Every department will feel the impact of these reductions as they cut programs or tighten their belts to free up more resources for areas critical to economic growth. -President Barack Obama, 2012 Budget Message of the President In this statement, which type of spending is President Obama referring to? Mandatory discretionary interest tax