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Originally Posted by wishepherd";p="
What if the tax system was changed not to a flat tax but a flat sales tax. Say 14% it would be more of an income tax than an income tax is. The wealthy who want there Mercedes and BMW's would pay a higher premium to get them. With this we would have a much better system in my view.
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The problem with a sales (spending) tax system is that it directly punishes those who spend money, and thus promotes no spending (saving). The US economy is fueled by quick spending, so your tax solution would kill the worlds greatest economic engine.
And I agree with Sam. Ignorance is bliss when it comes to taxes. To have to raise taxes, its better for a government to have smoke and mirrors.
Also... if it ain't broke, don't fix it.