The Commission’s report makes several weak arguments in hopes of justifying this tax increase.

Why is the newspaper suddenly in favor of deficit reduction?

The burden of redistribution is expanding.

The US is in last place in a crucial category.

Welfare benefits beat starting wages.

The clear way to maximize safety and minimize costs.

New York City became rich because of capitalism.

There’s been a big jump in recent years.

Are taxpayers like mistreated dogs?