CA’s taxpayers collectively pay into the federal government’s coffers far more than they get out, unlike the typical red state. And federal tax brackets aren’t adjusted for cost of living, which, in turn, is tied to earning potential in a given location. In short, CA residents get a bad deal on their federal taxes.
Politicizing disaster relief is disgraceful, in any event.
CA’s taxpayers collectively pay into the federal government’s coffers far more than they get out, unlike the typical red state. And federal tax brackets aren’t adjusted for cost of living, which, in turn, is tied to earning potential in a given location. In short, CA residents get a bad deal on their federal taxes.
Politicizing disaster relief is disgraceful, in any event.
CA’s taxpayers collectively pay into the federal government’s coffers far more than they get out, unlike the typical red state. And federal tax brackets aren’t adjusted for cost of living, which, in turn, is tied to earning potential in a given location. In short, CA residents get a bad deal on their federal taxes.
Politicizing disaster relief is disgraceful, in any event.
Yes, this! Also, see Paul Krugman's In Praise of California