Choices Quote by T.R. Reid
“Our tax code becomes so absurdly complex every 32 years that we have no choice but to scrap it and re-write. The 32-year period is up in 2018. So the time has come. History tells us that we're going to produce a fairer, simpler tax code by 2018.”
About This Quote
Tax systems become tangled over decades; periodic overhaul can simplify and improve fairness.
In simple terms: Tax codes get messy; periodic reform helps.
Key Takeaway
Push for regular tax simplification.
Themes
tax policy
legislation
reform
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
policy
analytical
When to use this quote
- budget planning
- legislative sessions
- tax filing
Key Concepts
complexity theory
public finance
Questions to Reflect On
- What would a simpler tax code look like?
- How can reforms balance simplicity and revenue?
A Different Perspective
Frequent changes can cause instability for taxpayers.
