I think that we've had an economy that's been out of…
“I think that we've had an economy that's been out of balance for too long. So the general principle of raising taxes on higher income Americans, like myself, and providing relief to those who haven't benefited as much from this new global economy, I think is a sound one.”
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The economy has been skewed, so taxing the wealthy more and aiding those left behind is fair.
In simple terms: Tax the rich, help the poor.
Support progressive taxation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- budget planning
- social welfare
- public policy
- tax reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance growth and equity?
- What are alternatives to higher taxes?
Higher taxes may discourage investment.