Taxation Quotes by Milton Friedman

8 Taxation quotes by Milton Friedman

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Friedman’s take on taxation is razor‑sharp, championing efficiency and minimal interference. These eight quotes distill his market‑oriented view into punchy, thought‑provoking statements.

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Inflation is the one form of taxation that can be imposed without legislation.

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If the US government spends 40 percent of the nation's income, as it does through either borrowing or taxes, that income is…

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You could not possibly maintain the current level of government taxation without the taxes being hidden, and they are hidden in two…

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Undoubtedly Internet has reduced the possibilities of taxation. Why should I buy something here if I can buy it from a company…

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Inflation is taxation without legislation.

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“Inflation is taxation without representation.”

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It is my view that what is important is cutting government spending, however spending is financed. A so-called deficit is a disguised…

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I am favor of cutting taxes under any circumstances and for any excuse, for any reason, whenever it's possible.

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To really understand something you've got to reduce it to its principles.

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Economic freedom is an essential requisite for political freedom. By enabling people to cooperate with one another without coercion or central direction, it reduces…

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“The people in one district can choose not to reelect their member of Congress, but that will not change the composition of the government…

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When you have a time of crisis what happens depends on what ideas are floating around, and what ideas have been developed, and thought…

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The government doesn't have any money. The only power it has is to take from some and give to others.

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What would the people who sold us goods do with the money? They'd get dollars. What would they do with the dollars? Eat them?!

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World trade depends on differences among countries, not similarities. Different countries are in different stages of development. It is appropriate for them to have…

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Is there some society you know of that doesn't run on greed? You think Russia doesn't run on greed? You think China doesn't run…

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Well first of all, tell me, is there some society you know of that doesn't run on greed? You think Russia doesn't run on…

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I think almost every economist would agree that government gets itself in trouble when it tries to interfere with voluntary behavior.

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It is most attractive about the US to people and countries with wealth is that it can provide security, insurance really, against political instability.…

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Hong Kong is the bellwether. If the Chinese stick to their agreement to let Hong Kong go its own path, then China will also…

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