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Old 10-17-2008, 02:03 PM
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Originally Posted by JCL
I think that the wealthier should be taxed at a progressive tax rate, ie not a flat tax. You seem to be suggesting that I am asking for tax increases, as opposed to defending aspects of the current taxation systems. You are perhaps promoting a flat tax, like many eastern European countries? How workable is that?

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When did force enter into the discussion? I didn't know that charity (my example) was a forced activity, I sort of thought the whole voluntary aspect was what defined it as charity.
OK maybe you missed the idea here. Obama wants to selectively increase taxes and then spend those funds on charity efforts. Hence the government FORCING you (as you'd go to jail if you don't pay).
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