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To: IYAS9YAS
"Why not a sales tax? With so many visitors,..."

I'm always astounded to run across these "tax the other guy" arguments on a supposedly conservative website.

9 posted on 04/13/2004 7:50:16 AM PDT by Redbob
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To: Redbob
The only reason I say that is the other guy is using services in your state when visiting. How do you think Nevada keeps afloat? Not on the backs of its own folks. A sales tax would broaden the burden to all using NH's services. If they don't buy anything, they don't pay taxes.

What I was talking about is that, as a conservative, I would rather be taxed on what I consume. Personally, I think property tax is immoral. It is based on someone's idea (not the market of buyer/seller agreement on price) of what your property is worth and you can lose your home if you can't pay the property tax.

It's funny though, they don't have a sales tax, but rent a hotel room or eat out (aimed at those who don't live there) and you have an 8% tax on your stay and the food you consume.

12 posted on 04/13/2004 7:58:13 AM PDT by IYAS9YAS (Go Fast, Turn Left!)
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