"In my view, it is unconscionable that those who inherit assets worth millions of dollars demand preferential tax treatment as well. Where is the fairness in that? Those who purchased the Sunnyvale house that Shari Duffy inherited free and clear most certainly aren't receiving a lower property tax assessment, so it is perplexing to me why she thinks she is deserving of one."
"When tens of millions of Americans can't raise $1,000 to cover emergencies, it's difficult for me to have any sympathy for someone who receives a multimillion-dollar windfall and then claims that the property taxes "wiped me out." Shari Duffy and others in her situation ought to be thankful for their good fortune and leave it at that. Happy holidays to all."
"I am one Realtor who did not vote for Proposition 19. I support private property rights, not short-term sales gains at property owners' expense. Passage of Proposition 19 illustrates the number of low-information voters in the state. It's also a clarion call for a neutral third-party to write the synopses of propositions in the voter pamphlets and on the ballots, rather than the attorney general, a partisan elected official."
Preferential property-tax treatment for inherited multimillion-dollar assets is unjust when many Americans lack $1,000 for emergencies. A Sunnyvale house inherited by Shari Duffy illustrates perceived unfairness when buyers do not receive similar tax benefits. Wealthy beneficiaries claiming property taxes "wiped me out" evoke little sympathy. Passage of Proposition 19 is seen as evidence of widespread low-information voting and a threat to private property rights and long-term homeowners. Ballot synopses should be written by a neutral third party rather than the partisan attorney general. Mandated reporter training for professionals in San Jose and the county is described as inefficient and insufficient for protecting children.
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