Congressman
Henry E. Brown, Jr.

Posted by: Brown Staff (April 15, 2009, 01:08 PM)

Tax Day, April 15th, has historically been a dreaded date for many, but even more so today, as Americans are facing some of the most trying economic times in years. We are reminded on this day, that most things in life are taxed, and this trend only seems to be increasing with the recent passage of the 2010 budget, as it could bring the largest tax increase in U.S. history.

Our current economic crisis will not be solved through tax increases or massive government spending. Instead, we must reform the broken tax code by offering Americans progressive alternatives like the Fair Tax. As the only member of the South Carolina Delegation to support the Fair Tax Act, I continue to stand firmly behind this legislation as it would actually simplify our tax system by repealing the current income tax, abolishing the Internal Revenue Service and enacting a national sales tax.

Read more of my thoughts on The Sun News Opinion Blog.

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