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Assuming this theory of taxation to have some degree of truth, the question naturally arises what application can be made of it in forming a better system of taxation. A theory is of little value if it does not furnish a guide to the solution of some practical difficulties. Of course in the application of this theory to practice it must be modified by the many conflicting causes which become prominent in the world about us, yet the leading characteristics of the new system of taxation ought to become manifest from the development of the theory alone.
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Assuming this theory of taxation to have some degree of truth, the question naturally arises what application can be made of it in forming a better system of taxation. A theory is of little value if it does not furnish a guide to the solution of some practical difficulties. Of course in the application of this theory to practice it must be modified by the many conflicting causes which become prominent in the world about us, yet the leading characteristics of the new system of taxation ought to become manifest from the development of the theory alone.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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One of the most pressing needs of the present day is an. increase of revenue, by which our city and local governments can make the improvements desired by all good citizens. The condition of our great cities is a fair example of the urgent need of more money for public uses. The streets are dirty; the water is bad; a large part of the pavements need to be replaced; the sewerage is deficient; and last but not least, the public schools, though improving, are not adequate to the needs of the city, nor have they that equipment necessary for their best use. Doubtless there are many citizens who look upon this lamentable state of affairs with indifference, and who worry more about a high tax rate than they do about the miseries which flow from the present deplorable condition of our city. Yet I hope there are many who take a more rational view of the situation and who are ready to listen to a plea for more revenue, if some rational plan is advanced by which it can be secured.
I use the word "rational" advisedly because the popular mind has never laid aside those crude notions of taxation which grew up among our ancestors at a time when taxation was a form of oppression used by rulers for their personal advantage. Past systems have been designed to hide the burden of taxation by placing it where the least opposition would be aroused. At an earlier period this method seemed a success, and it might still be a success, if the demand for extensive public improvements had not required more revenue than the old system of taxation could furnish without violent opposition. Since we cannot increase the present tax rate without encountering all the opposition that new taxes would cause, it seems to me a favorable opportunity to take up the whole subject in a systematic way.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a compelling case for the development of a rational approach to taxation, emphasizing the need to consider the distribution of wealth amongst the various producer groups within society. The author argues that in the present industrial context, a significant portion of the increased productive power is absorbed by protected monopolies and wasted through unnecessary competition, thus preventing its equitable distribution among those engaged in production. The book delves into the concepts of waste, rent, and the tendency for retail prices to approach the upper limit beyond which public demand would rapidly decline. Through lucid explanations and real-world examples, the author demonstrates how taxation can be used as a tool to shift the burden from the general public to those who benefit from improved production, promoting stability and efficiency in the economy. The insights offered in this book challenge conventional notions of taxation and provide a fresh perspective on the complex relationship between taxation, wealth distribution, and economic growth. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330498033_0
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