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1 week ago
Left-wing politics

The Late, Great Hannibal Lecter!' Here are the 5 Wildest Moments from Trump's Bizarre Rally in New Jersey

Trump's rally at Jersey Shore featured extreme rhetoric, including praising Hannibal Lecter, juxtaposed with policy discussions and criticism of Biden's tax plans. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
4 days ago
California

Opinion: Will California's new tax on gun sales reduce firearm violence?

California introduces an 11% tax on guns and ammunition, becoming the first state in the U.S. to do so. [ more ]
New York Post
2 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Sorry, Team Biden: Lower capital-gains taxes aren't racist - higher ones are

The Biden administration proposed raising capital gains taxes, linking lower tax rates to racial disparities, which has sparked controversy. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

The Black Tax: why have African Americans been cheated by the system for so long?

Property tax assessments create structural inequality, impacting African Americans disproportionately. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Europe politics

Beware risks of voter giveaways to public finances, countries facing elections told

The IMF warns against pre-election voter giveaways to avoid risks to public finances. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Biden Bashes Trump as a Pawn of Billionaires as He Lays Out His Tax Plan

President Biden criticizes Trump for benefiting the wealthy and emphasizes fair taxes and economic policies [ more ]
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Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

High debt, Social Security's coming bankruptcy needs to be tackled by politicians, panel says

The importance of being informed about economic issues for voters in the 2024 presidential election. [ more ]
BBC News
2 months ago
UK politics

Laura Kuenssberg live: Rachel Reeves to be quizzed after Budget - BBC News

Labour criticizes the Budget for not addressing cost of living increases
Labour promises to scrutinize government spending for NHS and school plans [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Biden Heads to Pennsylvania to Talk Taxes and Hit Trump

President Biden to focus on taxes during Pennsylvania tour, contrasting policies with Trump. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Biden, Promising Corporate Tax Increases, Has Cut Taxes Overall

President Biden has enacted tax cuts larger than tax increases for individuals and corporations.
Analysis shows the tax changes under Biden will lead to a net tax cut of about $600 billion over four years. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Biden Portrays Next Phase of Economic Agenda as Middle-Class Lifeline

President Biden focused on economic equity in his State of the Union speech by targeting tax increases for the wealthy and companies while aiming to reduce costs for the middle class.
He differentiated his economic proposals from those of Republicans, emphasizing policies for the middle class, housing affordability, and tax increases for corporations and billionaires. [ more ]
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Truthout
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Sanders Introduces Bill to Combat "Legalized Tax Dodging" for Corporations

The Corporate Tax Dodging Prevention Act aims to close loopholes for corporations, ensuring they pay the same tax rate on offshore income as domestic income.
The bill would bring in an additional $2.3 trillion in tax revenue for the federal government over the next decade. [ more ]
Truthout
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

US Billionaires Have Doubled Their Wealth Since 2017 Trump Tax Overhaul

Billionaires in the U.S. now control 1 in every 25 dollars of American wealth.
Since 2017, U.S. billionaire wealth has doubled following the tax overhaul by Republicans under Donald Trump. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

The 5 big money changes in April you need to know from energy bills to TV licence

April brings new financial changes for UK households.
Inflation in the UK has fallen to the lowest level since March 2021. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
5 months ago
London

Tory mayoral candidate Susan Hall urges Jeremy Hunt to scrap 'tourist tax' for London

London mayoral candidate Susan Hall is calling for a 20% VAT refund for international tourists on their shopping to boost the UK economy.
The reintroduction of VAT-free shopping for tourists could bring in £10.7 billion and improve London's competitiveness. [ more ]
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www.dw.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Vladimir Putin's reelection: What's in store for Russia? DW 03/18/2024

Putin's election victory reaffirms his dictatorial course.
Putin's regime remains stable despite crises and opposition. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Budget 2024: What does it mean for benefits, Universal Credit and cost of living?

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt implemented a 2% cut to national insurance
Key changes in the spring Budget include adjustments to child benefits and non-dom tax status [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Listen to Jeremy Hunt's U-turn on non-dom taxes over two years

Jeremy Hunt U-turned on abolishing non-dom tax status, now commits to scrapping it for wealthy foreigners.
Funds from abolishing non-dom status to be used for tax cuts, aligning with a Labour policy. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Non-dom tax status abolished in Jeremy Hunt's 2024 Budget

Hunt scraps non-domicile tax status to pressure Labour party
Residency-based system to replace non-dom tax scheme [ more ]
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BBC News
2 months ago
UK politics

The Budget is one of the government's last chances to move the political dial

The Chancellor and Prime Minister face limited opportunities for impactful government actions before the elections.
The government's past fiscal decisions, such as tax rises by stealth, have significant implications for millions of taxpayers. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Sunak wedded to non-dom policy that cost NHS 18bn' for too long, says Labour

Labour accuses Conservatives of depriving public services of 18 billion by keeping non-dom tax breaks
Labour's analysis shows missed opportunity to benefit schools and hospitals by abolishing tax breaks in 2015 [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Reform UK pile fresh pressure on Sunak with radical promises on tax and immigration

Reform UK leader Richard Tice proposes radical policies like tax giveaways and immigration curbs to attract disenchanted Conservative voters.
The Reform Party, founded by Nigel Farage as the Brexit Party, poses a significant challenge to the Conservatives in upcoming elections with its support at approximately 10%. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

The Tory press can publish all the tax avoidance guides they like the rich won't flee a Labour government | Polly Toynbee

Labour party is favored to win the next general election according to bookies' odds
The wealthy are considering moving to avoid potential tax changes by a Labour government. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

California Democratic congressman who wants rich to pay 'fair share' in taxes has offshore accounts

Rep. Josh Harder, a California Democrat, holds stakes in two funds based in the Cayman Islands, a tax haven.
This revelation comes after Harder publicly advocated for stricter tax policies for wealthy individuals. [ more ]
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