Yes, I should have been more clear. I don't think individuals should pay direct taxes to the Federal government. I prefer the pre-16th amendment scheme of app

Yes, I should have been more clear. I don't think individuals should pay direct taxes to the Federal government. I prefer the pre-16th amendment scheme of apportioning amongst the states. Regardless of today's law, I am currently of the opinion that direct taxes should be collected at the most local level possible with each community paying it's parent an apportioned amount for the service, privileged, and protection it provides.