[Eagle of Liberty]

And that's where opposition to a national sales tax comes in. I don't want more people paying federal taxes. I don't want a broader tax base. I want to see the federal structure all but dismantled.

You have a point, but less spending with revenue coming from a broader base would be better for all! And I would remove this phrase "this tax plan is revenue-neutral" from any tax reform. I desire better, more efficient programs with Representatives that have a constant goal of trying to cut spending wherever they can instead of looking for the next new program.

But as much as we dislike federal structure, we absolutely do need SOME strong areas or we will cease to be a sovereign country. A severely weak federal structure would invite attacks from many enemies.

[Huck]

I'm just saying, I want to see a "bold plan" to reduce the size of government and the spending that goes with it. Not a bold plan to get more people paying more taxes, and how to bring in more revenue to the gubmint. I want them to take in LESS, not more.