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Originally Posted by NickPapageorgio
Yes, only an example. But just a flat rate tax on everything. To me, it's common fucking sense really. Not only does it level the playing field for every worker, every class, but it also combats people who avoid paying any taxes on a regular basis. I honestly don't see how it would be that hard to implement and as long as they work the numbers correctly, I believe that adding a flat sales tax would produce more revenue for the states. It's a win-win.
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i don't think its a win-win. (gov't is fucked here)
If an average Joe had a clue of how much Taxes he truly pays in a year, proportional to his income. There would be a revolution.
People don't realize how much taxes they pay.
Examples:
People don't know that employer pays 1/2 of their Social tax, and medicare (they think they pay whats on their check which is only 1/2 or 7% and employer pays 7% total of 14%). Employer could paid them another 7% more in salary if not those taxes.
They forget about things like taxes on beer, cigarettes, gas (which are hidden) on top of sales tax.
Also add the sales tax (they know this one)
Also add the property taxes...
Lets say Joe is making 60k/year. At the end, when all taxes are paid, Joe is probably out of about 60% of his real income.
Now, try take this directly out of his paycheck and show it to him (that would be fair). or tried to have a sales tax of 60%
NO WAY - People will revolt.
The only reason they don't is they don't know.