taxes
Is socialism really about “free stuff”?
August 29, 2019Republicans say we can't afford education or health care, but somehow there's always money for what corporations need.
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New California law requiring primary candidates release tax returns is aimed at Trump
August 1, 2019The Presidential Tax Transparency and Accountability Act is the latest effort by Democratic legislators to force Trump to reveal his financial records.
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Union leaders laud house vote to repeal ‘Cadillac tax’ on health care plans
July 19, 2019The tax, part of the ACA, was supposed to prompt market-driven decisions by consumers on health care, but economic analysts pointed out it would lead to declines in coverage instead.
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Trump-GOP tax cut, except for big biz, is a total dud
May 31, 2019Except for cutting corporate tax rates in half and funneling more money to the rich, the Donald Trump-GOP tax cut of two years ago appears to be a big fat dud.
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Infrastructure push starts, but hits roadblock: Dollars
May 14, 2019The U.S. needs $2 trillion to bring its crumbling roads, creaky railroads, aging airports, 100-year-old water pipes, and crowded subways up to snuff.
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