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To: lelio
sales taxes are actually harder on the poor as they have to spend a much hirer percent of their income than a richer person does

With universal rebates, the poor will effectively pay zero or negative taxes.

201 posted on 11/06/2002 2:37:28 PM PST by ThinkDifferent
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To: ThinkDifferent
Many current sales taxes expempt tax on food and clothing. This helps the poor to cover necessities before paying any taxes.........
425 posted on 11/06/2002 5:23:20 PM PST by AmericanDave
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