…but I’m not arguing with somebody named Veronique de Rugy.

I can’t vouch for either the data or the conclusions, but come on. Veronique de Rugy? Is there a more awesome name anywhere in the blogosphere*?

The chart:

de Rugy writes:

As we can see, if we don’t get our deficit and spending under control, most of our budget will be used to finance the interest we owe on our debt.

…And this is the best-case scenario.

I’m sure Paul Krugman is thrilled. Hat tip Instapundit.

* Yes, I know, TrogloPundit is up there, too. Allow me this moment of humility.