Bengunnscave

The 'Great Slump' of 2008 (Part 1)

Bosun.J, I understand your point, however, when consumption is taxed, taxes become more of a personal choice. The "poor" only pay a higher percentage of their income when they are attempting to purchase beyond their means...$30,000 pickup trucks, another flat screen TV, etc.

I would add that the national sales tax should not tax food, and while we are at it don't tax trips to the consignment store for clothing....reward frugality.

I wouldn't call that a "Really Bad Idea" any more than our current system or the myriad of other complicated solutions.