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National - Taxes   

The

Question



How much does the federal government need and have the right to take?  Since 1913 ushered in the federal income tax, the federal government has increasingly faced the same issues on taxation that local governments have, with the added complication of being even further away from the people.  Other aspects to consider are the progressive nature of taxation and complexity of the current tax code.




Some Considerations


It is important to review the range of thinking on this policy.  This section will attempt to provide that range and we'd love your help in exploring the full spectrum of thought...




   
Thoughts
from the left


If you're on the political left, please email your thoughts on this policy to: policies@growup.org.  

We care more about truth and clarity than agreement and would love to post the best arguments to help people understand this policy more clearly. 

We will post at least the top three from each side, so please help us help you, and more importantly the undecided.


 
 


 
Thoughts
from the right


If you're on the political right, please email your thoughts on this policy to: policies@growup.org.  

We care more about truth and clarity than agreement and would love to post the best arguments to help people understand this policy more clearly. 

We will post at least the top three from each side, so please help us help you, and more importantly the undecided.


 
 
 


The Bottom Line


So in the final analysis, what should you take away on this topic?  On which side should you fall - and why...




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