Carl Sheeler on Tax Reform

Democratic Senate Challenger

Restore millionaire tax cuts & pursue loopholes

Cut taxes for the middle class who will spend new funds on consumables which is more likely to stimulate a strong economy and create more jobs. Restore millionaire tax cuts to pre-2001 levels and increase IRS funding to pursue large corporate tax loop holes. Source: Campaign website, carlsheeler.com, "Positions" Jun 24, 2006

Property taxes are regressive

Q: Should Internet sales be taxed?
A: No.
Q: Do you support an expansion of casino gambling in Rhode Island?
A: No.
Sheeler adds, "Property taxes are regressive and should be adjusted to approved local expenditures; large corporate and special interest tax loop holes closed; increased taxes for $200,000+ households "

Source: Rhode Island Legislative National Political Awareness Test Nov 7, 2004

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