In the USA I think the general populace is tax averse. Passing a new tax even one that could arguably be good for the local population or region, is a good way

In the USA I think the general populace is tax averse. Passing a new tax even one that could arguably be good for the local population or region, is a good way to get unelected, even in very liberal states. Local governments are incredibly susceptible to this, but it very clearly plays out nationally as well. The idea that government can “do good” in the USA is very co troversial at best. This is a great article about it, as a simple litmus https://www.nytimes.com/2012/08/15/business/economy/slipping-behind-because-of-an-aversion-to-taxes.html https://www.nytimes.com/2012/08/15/business/economy/slipping...