Bo Heyward on Tax Reform

Supports flat tax with no penalty for high income

I want a flat tax. I think everyone should pay the exact same percentage regardless of income. It's ridiculous to me to have a higher tax imposed on someone just because they're in a higher income bracket. I am so sick of hearing the term "no more tax cuts for the rich" I could just scream. When someone says that, it shows their ignorance to me of how the economy works. I want a flat tax, I don't think anyone should be penalized just because they make a lot of money. Source: Campaign website, www.boforsenate.com, "Issues" Apr 28, 2006

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