Fact is, all selective taxes are discriminatory. Some, like the gasoline tax that is (supposedly) used for roads, are perhaps acceptable. Others, like liquor taxes, this tax, and the so-called “progressive” income tax are discriminatory. They are examples of the tyranny of the majority.
The majority aren’t rich, therefore, the rich should be taxed. The majority don’t use the tanning booth - therefore, the tanning salons should be taxed. The majority don’t drink in great quantity - therefore, the drinkers should be taxed.
“No tax for you, no tax for me; we’ll tax that man behind the tree.”
“The majority don’t drink in great quantity..” Define “great quantity.”
The Obama supporters do not use liberty in great quantity, therefore ALL liberties need to be taxed.
The question is, will there be enough against this who will fight?