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Farms Quote by Will Rogers

“You can't legitimately kick on income tax, for it's on what you have made. You have already made it. But, look at land, farms, homes, stores, vacant lots. You pay year after year on them whether you make it or not.” quote by Will Rogers
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“You can't legitimately kick on income tax, for it's on what you have made. You have already made it. But, look at land, farms, homes, stores, vacant lots. You pay year after year on them whether you make it or not.”

Will Rogers

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public Address, Will Rogers, 1930s

Criticizes taxation on property regardless of income, highlighting unfairness.

In simple terms: Tax on property is unfair to all owners.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for fair tax policies.

Themes

taxation justice property rights

Mood

critical thoughtful

Type

political economic

When to use this quote

  • home ownership
  • farm management
  • business investment
  • urban development

Key Concepts

economic equity government policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Should property taxes be income‑based?
  • What alternatives exist?
A Different Perspective

Tax reforms are complex and politically contentious.

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