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People are using Australia as an example, we have very large taxes (most people pay at least 25%, some 35%+) we also have a 10% tax on all goods and high GDP pe
by ps4fanboy 11y ago
People are using Australia as an example, we have very large taxes (most people pay at least 25%, some 35%+) we also have a 10% tax on all goods and high GDP per capita. You cant fund social welfare programs without huge taxes on everyone not just the rich.
- vorg 11y agoAustralia along with Canada have the highest wealth per person of any countries in the world. Much of the wealth comes from a large land area divided by a tiny population. I remember reading in an Australian magazine about 15 yrs ago (but forget the details) that Australia is the country with the largest proportion of "made-up jobs", i.e. jobs in finance, law, IT, etc which don't actually contribute to the production and distribution of goods and services. By making laws which businesses must comply with by creating "made-up jobs", the government is ensuring there's enough work for everyone, a form of basic income.
- eru 11y agoOh, indeed. The nanny state is strong here in New South Wales. You can't open a nursery in a building above a certain height. Even if the kids are only ever going to be on the ground floor.