Note: Before reading the following arguments, please understand that they are not what I believe. On Wednesdays, I deliberately argue for wrong ideas, challenging my listeners to call and defend the obvious right answer, which is usually far harder than one would expect. This is a summary of what Wacky Andrew will be arguing, not a representation of what real Andrew believes.
~America is far too selfish, and it shows in our low tax rates.
~Think of all the good things that can be done if the government collects more money.
~Much of what you earn is made possible by past people, inventions, and government action, what you might call collective benefits. Why should you get to keep so much of the money you make by mixing your efforts with these communal elements?
~Wealth disparity between the rich and the poor just causes class envy and animosity.
~Isn’t helping those less well off than yourself an important Christian principle?
~Robin Hood took from the rich to give to the poor, and he was a hero.
~Higher taxes don’t hurt productive businesses, only the marginal ones.
Links:
Americans approve of tax rates (Gallup)
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