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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Amazing

Yes let's see how it works to have one state taxing twice as much as the ones that neighbor ir

People that pay lots of taxes in exchange for very few social services will definitely not leave

And people that pay very little in taxes but consume a disproportionate share of services and welfare will definitely not move in

Damn it's just a perfect plan[/quote]

If other surrounding states would just raise their own tax rates in-kind, this wouldn't be an issue. But even without that, it's a very effective way to peacefully "cleanse" the state of racists and others who would move away because of higher contributions. We don't want these people here to begin with, so if this would incentivize them to leave, then that's even better.

I agree, many high tax contributors will NOT leave, because they understand the importance of what they contribute.

People will move in, yes. And as they make use of programs provided to them, they will become better educated, live a better quality of life, and earn more money, allowing them to contribute more in taxes.

This really isn't rocket science. It works just fine in Europe.   [/quote]

MD lost 1.7 billion when 31,000 left during O'Malley's millionaire tax from 2007 to 2010. So if they lost money, that proves the people who did come to MD didn't fill the gap. Also when he taxed smokes and alcohol, there was a shortfall in the projected revenue.

It stands to reason a small state which borders less expensive states will lose money when such short sighted taxes are raised.

You want high taxes? Move to California. And with all large amount of homeless in Frisco and LA on the streets, that should be a clue higher taxes is not the answer.

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