"Fair Share"

[joeydb]

Let's attempt a definition, shall we?

[joeydb]

Of course, a necessary part of "fairness" would be that the definition applies to everyone - so that it would not be possible for 49.5% to pay no income tax.

Admittedly a pipe dream - and I don't smoke.

[joeydb]

Should have made clear that option 3 raises the rates. The richer will always pay more, the question is should they pay disproportionately more.

[joeydb]

I hope a discussion on taxes makes its way back into the campaigns of the candidates.

[Danzig]

Originally Posted by joeydb

I hope a discussion on taxes makes its way back into the campaigns of the candidates.

it would be nice if a real, lengthy discussion was had on taxes. rates, tax reform, what to do about the entitlement programs. we need to face reality, rather than having politicians continue to pander to their constituents.


lol

right, like that'll happen.

[joeydb]

Originally Posted by Danzig

it would be nice if a real, lengthy discussion was had on taxes. rates, tax reform, what to do about the entitlement programs. we need to face reality, rather than having politicians continue to pander to their constituents.


lol

right, like that'll happen.

Yeah - won't happen.

Why would politicians treat the budget and spending problem like the math problem that it clearly is?? Emotional heartstrings play so much better than addition and subtraction in the media.