Category Archives: Taxes
Taxing the Rich – it has an unanticipated cost
I have written on the subject of taxing the rich before. Basically, I think it’s a bad idea, for lots of excellent, well-documented reasons most politicians and voters choose to ignore. This morning, over breakfast, my husband brought a recent … Continue reading
Posted in Business News, Taxes
Tagged Income Tax, progressive taxation, taxing the rich
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Income Tax Initiative 1098 – A pending disaster for Washington State!
I am going to risk offending my readers by dipping a toe into politics one more time. I would not do so if I were not so terribly worried about the issue at hand. I am deeply concerned, not as … Continue reading
Posted in Economy, Taxes
Tagged Bill Gates Sr., Income Tax, Initiative 1098, Margaret Purvine
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Taxes – Think twice before taxing the rich!
A lot of people lost their jobs when Nordic Tug closed its plant, dedicated and highly skilled workers who took personal pride in creating a quality product. Contemplate that for a while before jumping to the conclusion that taxing the rich is a good idea. Continue reading
Posted in Economy, News, Taxes
Tagged Economy, Margaret Purvine, recession, Taxes, unemployment
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The Tax Man Cometh – be prepared for 2011
I have no intention of preaching politics here. Truly. I do have very strong political views, so this may be tough. I may not be able to prevent some of them from leaking into my words. Please bear with me! … Continue reading