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“If a tax cut increases government revenues, you haven't cut taxes enough.” quote by Milton Friedman
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“If a tax cut increases government revenues, you haven't cut taxes enough.”

Milton Friedman

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Source Speech: Public Lecture, 1960s

If tax cuts boost revenue, they are insufficiently deep to reduce tax burden.

In simple terms: Tax cuts must be large enough to increase revenue.

Key Takeaway

Cut taxes more aggressively.

Themes

economics public policy taxation

Mood

analytical critical

Type

economic policy

When to use this quote

  • government budgeting
  • business planning
  • tax strategy
  • public debate

Key Concepts

supply side economics fiscal policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What revenue effects would a larger cut have?
  • Are there alternative ways to increase revenue?
A Different Perspective

Political realities may limit tax cut size.

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