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To: hubbubhubbub

Although Wilson supported the income tax, the amendment was proposed by Congress in 1909 while Taft was president.


26 posted on 01/30/2006 7:22:57 AM PST by Revenge of Sith
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To: Revenge of Sith
Although Wilson supported the income tax, the amendment was proposed by Congress in 1909 while Taft was president.

And if fact, was ratified while Taft was still President. Ratification occurring on February 3, 1913, Wilson wasn't sworn in until March 4th.

The 17th Amendment was ratified on April 8th, so most of that process took place under Taft as well.

103 posted on 01/31/2006 8:04:26 AM PST by usapatriot28 ( Si vis pacem para bellum)
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