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If we don't need them, why increase taxes on them in the first place? I'm talking about people who, out of all people, have the means to easily move to another
by defertoreptar 8y ago
If we don't need them, why increase taxes on them in the first place?
I'm talking about people who, out of all people, have the means to easily move to another country. Your suggestion is akin to telling them, "I will give you millions of dollars to move to another country." Instead of addressing my central point, you're trying to flip it into some abusive relationship metaphor.
- ilovetux 8y agoThat was not me posting the suggestion of hyper-taxation. I am merely commenting on being aware of the decisions which are being made and for what reasons. If we make decisions based on fear, we are probably not making the right choice. After re-reading your comment, you actually didn't use that argument like I normally hear it. You said "be prepared" and did not add on some vague warning like "then what would happen." Stating it the way you did, I hesitantly agree. To clarify my point while trying to sound less preachy and without the sensationalist metaphor (sorry about that by the way): If there was some new law or tax code being proposed which would have the effect of people choosing to leave (not being forced), then that should be one valid point of discussion. That discussion point should be discussed, hopefully quantified and chosen based on pros, cons and rational discussion, but never on fear.