Is threatening a default a good way to exert political leverage?

The United States has reached its debt limit and may default on its loan obligations. Some Republicans say they'll refuse to raise the limit unless they get deep cuts in government spending. Today's Question: Is threatening a default a good way to exert political leverage?

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