Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search
10 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
Why Swedes Like Paying Their Taxes (Original Post) appalachiablue Apr 2021 OP
We have never mind paying our taxes. LakeArenal Apr 2021 #1
It is the right thing to do, the nation appalachiablue Apr 2021 #2
I can't say I appreciate everything they do with my money though. LakeArenal Apr 2021 #3
Not having to worry about healthcare, infrastructure, education... brush Apr 2021 #4
I hope I live to see reforms in the appalachiablue Apr 2021 #5
Corporate Media LessAspin Apr 2021 #6
FAIR LessAspin Apr 2021 #7
K LessAspin Apr 2021 #8
"Eye-popping" LessAspin Apr 2021 #9
Local Millages LessAspin May 2021 #10

LakeArenal

(29,949 posts)
1. We have never mind paying our taxes.
Sun Apr 18, 2021, 02:51 PM
Apr 2021

Especially local and state taxes

It the right and patriotic thing to do.

More rich people should try it.

appalachiablue

(44,176 posts)
2. It is the right thing to do, the nation
Sun Apr 18, 2021, 02:55 PM
Apr 2021

benefits and so do the people. The selfishness and greed has to end.

 

brush

(61,033 posts)
4. Not having to worry about healthcare, infrastructure, education...
Sun Apr 18, 2021, 03:54 PM
Apr 2021

daycare and other safety net needs seems to be good reasons for people to pay their taxes—and since corporations are now people too, according to Mitt Romney and other republicans, that includes corporations.

appalachiablue

(44,176 posts)
5. I hope I live to see reforms in the
Sun Apr 18, 2021, 04:09 PM
Apr 2021

tax system here. Input from high wealth corps that have made beaucoup is necessary to strengthen this ailing country.

The imbalance has lasted too long as evidenced by the growing dysfunction and inequality. Got to end.

LessAspin

(2,016 posts)
6. Corporate Media
Sun Apr 18, 2021, 04:54 PM
Apr 2021


Brainwashes the masses in the US to push back against taxes and other things they don't like.

That little throwaway line from a silly tv show is just one example...
..kickoff this six-week series with a lampoon of the IRS...


LessAspin

(2,016 posts)
9. "Eye-popping"
Sun Apr 25, 2021, 04:46 PM
Apr 2021

Even the non-traditional corporate media outlets manage to poison the well against taxes..


LessAspin

(2,016 posts)
10. Local Millages
Wed May 5, 2021, 09:50 AM
May 2021

In spite of all the anti-tax propaganda local millages here in Michigan pass more often than not. Even some of the ones I was not keen on.


Kick in to the DU tip jar?

This week we're running a special pop-up mini fund drive. From Monday through Friday we're going ad-free for all registered members, and we're asking you to kick in to the DU tip jar to support the site and keep us financially healthy.

As a bonus, making a contribution will allow you to leave kudos for another DU member, and at the end of the week we'll recognize the DUers who you think make this community great.

Tell me more...

Latest Discussions»Retired Forums»Video & Multimedia»Why Swedes Like Paying Th...