Econ Comments & Analysis
Barrons | A Revolting Development
In the 1920s, Will Rogers found one point in favor of the government's finances: "It's a good thing we don't get all the government we pay for," he told audiences whose wealthiest members paid only a few cents on the dollar. In the modern day, of course, Americans of all walks of life pay a lot more and get a lot more government than they pay for.
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Heritage Foundation | Internet Sales Tax: Your Online Shopping Could Cost More
Think buying your favorite products online is a good deal? You could face higher costs for online shopping if Congress approves a new sales tax bill that is making its way through the Senate. The bill, dubbed the Marketplace Fairness Act, would allow states to force out-of-state retailers to collect taxes for them.
