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Tax Politics

The Politics of Taxes

Reciprocal Tariff Ignorance

President Trump continues to pursue his misguided tariff crusade believing that he is somehow protecting American industries and employment. His latest move, reciprocal tariffs (which he intends to begin April 2), is even worse. Trump has stated that he plans to impose tariffs based on “what they charge us, we charge them,” which is an economically stupid idea. Advocates of this policy like to...
Congressional Chicken or Egg?

The Democrats (and some others) have been screaming for all the country to hear that the upcoming debt ceiling vote should not have to be. After all, once Congress passes a law that involves paying for something, and the President signs it, the country has an...

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Government Shutdown Casualty: FLOTUS Twitter

So, the FLOTUS account on Twitter posted this yesterday morning So, a few questions come to mind: 1) Isn't Twitter free? 2) If FLOTUS isn't doing her own TWITTER (for free), can we assume the Twitter position for her is "non-essential" personnel? 3) Do we taxpayers...

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Obama and His “Crisis-Driven” Governing

Do as I say, not as I do. That is the modus operandi of President Obama. He whines to everyone that he despises these Congressional deadlines, and that it is patently unfair of the Republican to let things slide to the last minute. However, that is precisely what he...

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De Blasio: Following Obama’s Playbook

Obama is lending NYC Mayor candidate his playbook to win -- including his endorsement, his staff, and his rhetoric. Obama recently and heartily endorsed Mr. de Blasio, which comes a couple of weeks after his win in the Democrat primary against 8 other candidates. De...

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