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Government’s view of the economy

Government’s view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.

Author Greg RavenPosted on April 4, 2009November 1, 2018Format QuoteCategories taxationTags Ronald Reagan

Robbing through taxes

A government which robs Peter to pay Paul can always depend on the support of Paul.

Author Greg RavenPosted on April 4, 2009November 1, 2018Format QuoteCategories taxationTags George Bernard Shaw

Taxation for prosperity

I contend that for a nation to try to tax itself into prosperity is like a man standing in a bucket and trying to lift himself up by the handle.

Author Greg RavenPosted on April 4, 2009November 1, 2018Format QuoteCategories taxationTags Winston Churchill

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