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Lowering Taxes on the rich, and raising them on the middle class and the poor? That seems to be what Republicans propose doing to our tax code.

Quoting from this link:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/the-gops-latest-tax-gimmickry-soak-the-poor/2011/10/21/gIQAfs7eAM_story.html?wpisrc=nl_opinions

It’s one of the strangest things in our politics: The only “big” ideas Republicans and conservatives seem to offer these days revolve around novel and sometimes bizarre ways of cutting taxes on rich people....

[Today] Reagan’s optimism has thus been replaced by crabby put-downs of the less affluent. Perry said it directly in his announcement speech: “We’re dismayed at the injustice that nearly half of all Americans don’t even pay any income tax.” Considering the other injustices in our society, this seems an odd and mean-spirited obsession.

“Tax the poor” is a lousy political slogan. That’s why Cain’s 9-9-9 plan and Perry’s flat tax are doomed to fail. Among conservatives, Santa Claus has given way to Scrooge.

The piece doesn't mention (House Budget Committee) Paul Ryan's budget, but that's yet another example of lowering taxes on the rich and raising them on everyone else.

It is hard to believe that everyone who supports these plans is wealthy enough to benefit from them. Would you be personally willing to pay a higher percentage of your income in taxes, while others more affluent than you would pay a lower percentage? Under what circumstances would that be acceptable to you?

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Oh what a foretaste of glory divine!

I'd like to see government reduce its spending, actually.

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why is a progressive tax inherently more fair?

the gov't has proven it cannot responsibly handle the $ it receives -- so why should any of us jump @ the chance to give it more? -- spending is the problem -- households spend what they take in, the gov't should do the same

by the way, your poll Q is not worded objectively

The question is whether YOU would pay more, not whether you think "poor" people should.

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Oh what a foretaste of glory divine!

you & i have different views on the matter

The rich are where they are based on determination, greed and sometimes hard work (sometimes not). But, they control the political power, so they will always pay less in taxes. The politicians/rich contributors game has been going on since politics began. So, I don't see it changing. But, the bible says:
Mark 10:25 It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God.
So, I don't let it bother me too much.

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I think the writers of The Simpsons got it best:

Democrats: We can't govern.

Republicans: Just plain evil.

Obama's main problem, besides incompetence, is he can't help throwing even more and more money away. I'm all for the social safety net, but this isn't helping. Both parties are bound to the corporate welfare system.

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behold, now is "THE DAY OF SALVATION" --
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I agree. It seems politicians are more focused on getting elected (or re-elected) than on governing. So, they'll run with any idea that may helped them get re-elected.

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8 I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name. Revelation 3:8

...Formerly Chrystal-J-007 at CW.

Serendipity, I am confused by your post. Would you be willing to pay a higher percentage of your income in taxes than those more affluent than you? Under what circumstances would this be acceptable to you?

Chrystal-J, how do you think the GOP will get themselves re-elected with a tax plan that will burden the poor and middle class, who make up 98% of the electorate?

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Oh what a foretaste of glory divine!

"Serendipity, I am confused by your post. Would you be willing to pay a higher percentage of your income in taxes than those more affluent than you? Under what circumstances would this be acceptable to you? "

Huh? Where did I say this? I have a degree in Economics, and I find your words make no sense in context. Obviously, no.
And you? :-0

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Behold, now is "THE ACCEPTABLE TIME,"
behold, now is "THE DAY OF SALVATION" --
The apostle Paul, NASB

Because it's all about TV advertising and spin. Why do people eat McDonald's when they know it's got 500 calories per burger with tons of salt and starch? It's smoke and mirrors. And, sadly, many people fall for it.
Also...most politicians lie a lot--bait and switch.

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8 I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name. Revelation 3:8

...Formerly Chrystal-J-007 at CW.

The last post is quoting someone else or is imaginary. I never said:
"Chrystal-J, how do you think the GOP will get themselves re-elected with a tax plan that will burden the poor and middle class, who make up 98% of the electorate?"

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Behold, now is "THE ACCEPTABLE TIME,"
behold, now is "THE DAY OF SALVATION" --
The apostle Paul, NASB

This has taken a little time to sort through. It was assured who asked, not serendipity:

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We majored in the same subject in school - fancy that!

No, I wouldn't, and I am one of the people who voted "no" in the poll...

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Oh what a foretaste of glory divine!

I just hit the quote button, typed my reply then hit the send button. What happened after that, I don't know...but it is almost Halloween.

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8 I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name. Revelation 3:8

...Formerly Chrystal-J-007 at CW.