Not that I’m particularly against that - quite the opposite, in fact. But I’m wondering if anyone sees, or had seen a path to social and climate recovery/progress that could occur without first eradicating the class of people who most enjoy the present status quo.

  • 👍Maximum Derek👍@social.fossware.space
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    1 year ago

    There are relatively few steps that would go a long way toward stopping the accumulation of obscene amounts of wealth.

    • Make tax rates similar to what we had in the 50s (conservatives love the 50s), with the brackets adjusted for inflation.
    • Make all types of income tax at those rates.
    • Eliminate taxable income caps including social security withholding.
    • Make inheritance and gift taxes equivalent.
    • End Citizens United through congressional action.
    • Use that tax money on social programs, small business development programs, and infrastructure.

    If you want to really jump start things we should also make all campaigns publicly funded.