"How do we balance the budget?"

Work both sides. Spending and revenue.

"What the hell does that mean?"

Hey, I answered your question. Don't be pushy.

"Can you be more specific?"

Look at it this way.
Your boat is leaking and trying to sink.
So much water coming in as you bail so much water out.
You get it?

"What the hell?"

Aww, just shaddup and quit worrying.
You got a life jacket?