A good thing Quote by Mitt Romney
“There are many people who think we should have zero tax on capital gains, interest and dividends for everybody, as - the very, very wealthy. But recognize that means that Bill Gates and Warren Buffett would pay no income tax at all. And some people say, 'Well, that's a good thing for growth of the economy.'”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Policy Forum, 2012
Zero taxes on investment income would exempt the wealthiest, undermining fairness and revenue.
In simple terms: Tax cuts benefit the rich most.
Consider equity in tax policy.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- budget planning
- public finance
- wealth management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Should tax policy prioritize growth or equity?
- How to balance incentives with fairness?
Tax cuts may stimulate investment; impact on revenue is complex.