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Well-structured sales tax does more for Alaska than income tax

As Alaska works to balance the state budget, one thing is certain: We will all have less money in our wallets. The scale of our deficit means we are likely to see both PFD reductions and new taxes. While the governor has proposed an income tax, a sales tax may a better alternative for Alaska. …

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Why The 47% Won’t Vote for Romney and Why It Reflects Poorly on America

Mitt Romney and Taxes By Holly A. Bell I don’t disagree with Mitt Romney’s comment that the 47% of Americans who don’t pay personal income taxes won’t vote for him, but for a different reason. He describes these individuals as “victims” who are dependent on entitlements. While the U.S. probably has people within this group …

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