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Originally Posted by Eric
I think you misunderstand the regressive nature of the VAT, and sales taxes in general. If all spending were discretionary, then you might have a point; however, spending is not based on shopoholic whims. Rich and poor alike need food and shelter, even poor kids would like the odd gift at Christmas, and warm clothing in winter. That the poor are taxed at the same rate as the rich for the necessities of life is an obscenity that appears equitable only to tories. And still, the only good tory is a suppository.
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I'm thinking I'm paying/contributing more than my fair share when I pay 20% tax ($8) on a $40 steak dinner plus tip, than someone paying 60 cents tax on a $3 value meal (double cheeseburger, fries and a coke) at McDonalds (no tip) .
Would also like to think I am adding to the economy with my $40 steak since the restaurant also has to employ folks to wash and iron the 'white' table cloths , wait staff, bus-'boys' and dish washers.
Incidentally some of us also care about the environment and disposable plastic eating implements and paper plates just dont pass muster so thats why I use hole in the wall 'mom and pop ' diners if I need a fast food fix .
