Flat-tax flak: the reform party gears up to campaign for a fixed-rate levy on incomes
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Flat tax proposals are gaining popularity in the US and Canada as the tax code in both countries becomes increasingly unmanageable. Proponents claim a flat-tax would be simpler and fairer than the current system while opponents assert that a flat tax would hurt the middle class and business.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
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Tax cut dilemma: Ontario gives taxpayers a break - but the social costs may be high
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Ontario Finance Minister Ernie Eves introduced the first round of promised tax cuts that will reduce rates from 58% to 40.5% by 1999. The province's emphasis on tax cuts rather than deficit reduction or social service funding has sparked controversy. Some people believe the cuts go too far.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
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Lament for a Scottish terrier
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Tom Cossitt, politically independent member of Canada's House of Commons, died of heart attack.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1982
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