John Wisniewski, former NJ for Bernie state chair, opposes the gas tax increase backed by Christie + the Dem bosseshttp://observer.com/2016/10/wisniewski-to-oppose-gas-tax-hike/ …
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it puts money into transit which is desperately needed.
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Fund transit by other means. No reason why it has to be connected to the gas tax.
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There are qualitative characteristics unique to the gas tax that make raising it good policy
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Also the oppose it simply because it is regressive is position that doesnt have strong empirical foundation https://goo.gl/D3dSGY
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disagree. Important to tax in line with use, incentives matter. Raise gas taxes and lower other taxes on the poor to compensate.
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sales tax is more regressive. poor often don't drive, and don't drive as many miles
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Instead of raising taxes, it sure would be nice if gov. tried lowering spending for a change.
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Incentives people to buy electric cars, though.
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this is why you're a journo
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Pols love regressive taxes/fees/surcharges What better way to keep the poor poor, than to nickel and dime 'em around every corner?
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as do most taxes
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TAXATION IS STEALING=NOTICE HOW RICH PPL IN DC R, WE R BROKE OUT HERE,ANY TAX IS REGRESSIVE
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@Ricky_Vaughn99 Here in GA we pay ad valorem tax on value of our cars when we renew plates. Gas taxes are supposedly lower.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@Ricky_Vaughn99 Ad valorem tax can then be deducted on federal tax return if you itemize deductions.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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Pigouvian taxes rule. Way better super high. Make overall tax code more progressive to balance out any increase.
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@zoombouse It is not like rural America can take a bus. Some have to drive 30+ miles to work. Would die of starvation waiting f busThanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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