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“Not continuing a tax cut is not technically a tax increase.” quote by Grover Norquist
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“Not continuing a tax cut is not technically a tax increase.”

Grover Norquist

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Source Speech: Tax Policy Forum, 2005

A tax cut that ends is not a tax increase, but a loss of a benefit.

In simple terms: Ending a tax cut isn’t a new tax.

Key Takeaway

Recognize benefit loss as tax impact.

Themes

tax policy economics public finance

Mood

analytical critical

Type

policy economic

When to use this quote

  • budget planning
  • legislative analysis
  • public budgeting
  • tax strategy

Key Concepts

Fiscal policy benefit loss

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does ending a tax cut affect taxpayers?
  • What alternatives exist to maintain revenue?
A Different Perspective

It may still raise taxes indirectly through other measures.

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