Why do people seem to think the democrats will only be raising taxes on the wealthy?
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They don't have the political will to do this proactively.  The tax cuts will expire in 2010 without any action (the Dems insisted on this "compromise" when the bill was written).\n\nThis gave the Democrats the cover they'll need to raise taxes by doing nothing.  There's nothing to veto.  And any bill to extend the tax cuts would never make it out of Charlie Rangel's Ways and Means Committee.\n\nSo the battleground will be the '08 presidential and congressional elections.  If there's a red-hot Democratic candidate (who?) trouncing the Republican candidate (who?), the coat tails could be enough to hold or solidify the Democrat's control of the House.  Then would come the economy-busting tax increase...all by itself in 2010.\n\nIt should be interesting.
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Interesting you say that.  I am a conservative and often find myself asking the same question concerning liberals.\n\nI don't think you really can find an answer to that particular question because it is merely an attack of something you do not understand.  If you would like to know why conservatives see things in a different way try understanding where they come from.  Listen to what they say not to what others say about what they say.  \n\nI try to do that with liberals.  Instead of saying that they are just raising taxes to give to the poor I try to understand why it is not OK for me to keep the money I work for and earn.  I am not rich by any means but I do believe that if someone has earned or even inherited money from someone that earned it, they should be able to keep it and spend as they see fit.  \n\nIt is not mean spiritedness and nastiness.  It is a difference in the basic way we see things.  Name calling does not lead to anything but anger.  For proof that people can actually see things differently while looking at the same thing ... see the website listed below.
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They can't help it . Most were brainwashed in school. The smart ones figure things out when they get in the real world. Who in their right mind wants more taxes, to kill unborn babies, but worries about other animals. Wants more government. The democrats in power are rich like Republicans only they pretend to care bout the poor . Only to get their votes.None of the democrats ideas today work.
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yes the idea of my investments and stocks falling,  my taxes going up and unemployment getting worst and the Big Macs going up in price just thrills me to death\n\nBut this is the problem, people don't get it, it is not the people making 100,000 or 200,000,  the tax cuts for business made jobs for people, it has brought more tax revenues in that ever before in the history of the US.  The democrats will be raising taxes on the middle class to pay for its programs.\n\nThis is why they won, normal everyday people have merley believed lies and adds and did not actually research anything
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Because the democrats have successfully pitched themselves as a party concerned about the poor.  I admit to being cynical, I think many democrat leaders prefer to keep the poor poor (by addicting them to welfare and making them think they can't survive without it because of racism or whatever) so they have a steady source of votes.  So they have no incentive to work on getting them off of welfare and in to the workforce. \n\nI'm a republican which is probably no surprise.
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... Republicans don't care about the future or fiscal conservation anymore... they only care about pushing their agenda that Fox News, Rush and blogs regurgitate... \n\nThey don't care as long as they are making money... everyone including their kids can go to h*ll... I mean look at their responses on here..\n\nNotice that no one looks at how much it rises... it went up MAYBE 1.5 trillion under 8 Clinton years... it's threatening to double under Bush... thanks for trying...
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That's why I am no longer a democrate. I was one for 40 years. I am poor, but realized, I was with the party that kept people dependent on Government. With tax cuts, my kids get more money back now. And the Rich are able to start new large companies, to give more jobs for people.
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besides putting our wallets further into the red, I am not sure. It doesnt sound like its going to be something the "average joe" is going to be able to do... its going to be for the wealthy to find a way to take it off as a tax write off.
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Is GW looking out for anyone who isn't in the upper classes best interest? \n\nHe has done exactly what any Republican would do, make it easier on the rich and harder on the poor. Their theory is that the money will 'trickle down' to us, eventually helping the economy more than if it were controlled by the government. \n\nIt's great in theory, but unfortunately most of it will sit in offshore accounts, earning ungodly amounts of interest. Those at the top have a habit of keeping hold of their money, not trickling it downward our way.
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because Fox News says dems are evil and doesn't ever show any of the Democrat agenda, so there can't be one if Fox doesn't show it... and Fox News is never wrong...\n\nand if you say anything that disagrees with Fox News... clearly you are lying *\n\n*you can substitute Newsmax, National Review, Rush or any conservative opinion commentator in for "Fox News" in the previous statement...\n\nI think that pretty much covers it...\n\nLadySable: just to touch on a few points... less than 5 percent are actually receiving minimum wage, so a slight rise shouldn't result in wholesale inflation, since it's only affect a small amount of people... \nand you can actually choose which tax cuts to take away, like the investment tax cut... that's a key one that dems probably will roll back... investors are saving billions from it, and odds are, you haven't saved anything from it... they are talking about keeping the ones that help you...
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First, let me editorialize my comments.\n\nI am not a wealthy person, financially. I was born and raised in Chicago, a heavily democratic city. I hate the Republican party, but, hate the Democratic party more. \n\nThat said and done, here's my response to your statement:\n\n1. Make laws to help people acheive their goals.\nThat's the republican idea. But, you cant make people make goals. Instead, this has to be taught. \n\n2. Create a stronger middle class. (Dont be afraid to tax the rich).\nThat's what democrats claim as their idea.\nProblem is, they want to tax everyone. They have what i call the "Poor people" tax: its called "Smog". Upper middle class to rich people are pretty much unaffected by smog penalties. They tend to (stereotypically) buy a new car every year. \nMy idea: Do as WE have to do: live within your means. I dont wish ANYONE'S taxes to be raised. Just because I am unaffected by it, doesn't make it ok. In fact, it then becomes a potentially illegal tax, as it discriminates against a certain group. \nI'm in favor of a 2-5% flat rate tax, on everyone. Until they want to raise it.\nThe fact is, there is much too much waste in governmental spending, and I should not have to pay for it. \n3. Seperate the church and state, without infringing on the Church's rights.\nInteresting. It seems as if the Church is being persecuted by the state. It seems the Church is persecuting the State. \nFact is, Just because someone is a christian, and runs for office, does not make a conflict. When their religion dictates what everyone else does, it becomes a problem.\n\n4. Always support your community at large and not just party affilliates. \nI so agree. I get tired of this "Bush' war, bring home the troops" nonsense, and the moral indignancy from the Republican party. \nI get tired of the Democrats degrading what the republicans have done, knowing full well, if it were their idea, they'd be praising their candidate. I get tired of the Republicans blaming the Democrats for what they do. Its nauseating. \n\n5. You owe lobbyists nothing... you owe your community everything.\nI totally agree. \nIdea for a new bill: Accepting ANY money from anyone is illegal for politicians, and public servants. \n\n6. Single, childless, young people and elderly have family and friends too.\nNot sure what this is about.\n\n7. What can we do to reduce our depenance on fossil fuels?\nIts what we apparently want. hybrid and electric cars dont seem to sell a lot.\n\nI'd like our leaders to know they are supposed to serve US, not their own interests. Easy-in, easier out. \n\nOh, and, yes, keep the troops in. No matter what party wins, we have to keep the fight going.\n\nAnd, leave my damn money alone. You make more than youre worth as it is.
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Bush and his running mate are for keeping the money in there small circle of the wealthy.(Big business and corporations.)The middle to low income makeing republicans foolishly believe the money will flow downhill!Bushonomics (the rich get richer and the poor,well, they just stay poor.
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Republicans are very.. Stubborn so to say. They believe in giving buisinesses and the wealthy every tax cut they possibly can, but could care less about the single parents, the less fortunate, and the hard working.\n\nTHANK YOU DEMS FOR VOTING NO TO THE PAY INCREASE.\nTHANKS DEMS FOR VOTING TO RAISE THE MINIMUM WAGE!\n\nWhy can't the Republicans have someone like Feingold, who whenever he gets a pay raise, he puts all of that money in the treasury.\n\nThe congressmen and women of our government are hardworkers, but come on now.. They were elected to represent the American people, and to do what's best. If having a social security system that is going bankrupt, poverty at its highest, and medicade failing is what people say is representing the American people, then they are sadly mistaking.\n\nIt's time for a change. It's time to raise that minimum wage. It's time to help the American people. \n\n\nVOTE DEMOCRAT ALL THE TIME!
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they want to discredit us.\n\nThis is what they did\n\nthey increased the deficit and made taxes easy to pay for the normal person. Then Countries are ticked off cause we owe them billions of dollers. So the Democrats come into power, and we are forced to raise taxes. And the Retarded Repubs. Scream and yell
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Vote republican. Usually, they support tax breaks by imposing flat taxes in their place, hurting the lower and middle class while the rich enjoy a meager decrease in income. But keep in mind that since all the supporters of a flat tax are rich business tycoons and corrupt (or confused) politicians, you're going to end up with a nasty government any way you approach it.
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Because they want everything paid for..they believe the government is like Mommy and Daddy; that the government should take care of everything.  This idea presents problems, however, since where the money is spent becomes subjective.  If everyone is created equal, then how can one decide who is more 'needy'?  The democrats favor the poor.  The rich already have money so they should share it with those who arent as 'lucky'.  People abuse this idea.  I have seen people sit at home collecting a govt check who have no intention of getting work.  Another problem with this approach is that when you allow the government to pay for everything, you allow the government to have a 'say' in things.  I digress.  Taxes pay for this democratic idea. Basically, Republicans believe you need to work; smaller government.  (If you worked hard and earned a good income, you shouldn't be penalized.) I can go on but I'm sure I will digress again.
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he's against taxes that hurt the rich... like taxes on big oil... but taxes at the pump that poor people have to pay too... he doesn't seem to mind...