November 13, 2010
Balance The Budget Yourself
Posted on November 13, 2010 | Ideas We Like
The New York Times created a puzzle that asks users come up with their own solutions to the budget deficit.
Tag: Calculators
D.C. Budget
Posted on November 1, 2010 | Ideas We Like
How Would You Cut $591 Million From the D.C. Budget? The Washington Post's budget game allows you to save and compare your revenue and spending decisions.
Oil Leak Widget
Posted on June 2, 2010 | Ideas We Like
Developers at PBS Newshour have created a free, constantly-updated widget that keep a running tally of gallons leaked into the Gulf. This widget is free for anyone to use on their website or blog.
Seattle Times “You Build It” Transportation Project Calculator
Posted on June 16, 2008 | Ideas We Like
You decide which projects should go in the budget and which should just go away with this interactive Seattle Times form calculator game.
2005 Minnesota Public Radio Budget Balancer
Posted on June 16, 2008 | Ideas We Like
In a follow-up to its 2003 game, MPR once again invites users to step into the governor’s shoes and do battle with a $4.6 billion deficit.
Seattle Times “Ax and Tax”
Posted on June 16, 2008 | Ideas We Like
As the title implies, you choose what to cut from the budget and what to tax additionally to fix a $2.45 billion state budget shortfall.
Austin American-Satesman’s “Budget Game” (Registration Required)
Posted on June 16, 2008 | Ideas We Like
The 78th Texas Legislature is looking at a $9.9 billion gap between the state’s expected revenue and what Texas must spend to maintain existing programs. Readers get a chance to play lawmaker and fill that gap through a mix of spending cuts and new taxes.
The NYC Budget Game
Posted on June 16, 2008 | Ideas We Like
The Gotham Gazette is behind this interactive game that lets visitors balance New York’s $44.5 billion budget.
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