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Old 05-10-2006, 10:53 PM   #6 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Jefferson
This thread is a classic example of engrained class envy.

Why should I be upset if somebody who is paying $250,000 per year in FICA gets a $2,000 tax break?

Although it'll never fly, this is an example of why we really do need a federal "consumption" tax or "modified flat" tax.
I agree completely.

A modified flat tax or consumption tax makes too much sense though...