by Dan Mitchell | Nov 1, 2024 | Opinion and Commentary
Originally published by The Telegraph on October 28, 2024. Election years can be dangerous because politicians have extra incentive to push bad policies. Donald Trump has floated all sorts of gimmicky tax cuts, such as ending taxes on tips, Social Security, and...
by Dan Mitchell | Oct 31, 2024 | Blogs, Economics, Taxation
I realize the election is just a few days away and there are many bad ideas to analyze from both candidates, but I can’t resist sharing this preposterous soundbite from a woman at the (horribly misnamed) International Growth...
by Dan Mitchell | Oct 29, 2024 | Blogs, Taxation
What’s the most radical part of Kamala Harris’ agenda? I’m tempted to say it’s what she has said about wanting the Marxist notion of “equality of outcomes.” But I suspect (or hope!) that’s just empty campaign rhetoric. If we look at the specific ideas...
by Dan Mitchell | Oct 22, 2024 | Blogs, Taxation
Over the years, I have heaped praise on the Baltic nations, especially Estonia, for having comparatively sound economic policies. The latest piece of evidence is the Tax Foundation’s 2024 edition of the International Tax Competitiveness...
by Dan Mitchell | Oct 14, 2024 | Blogs, Taxation
When I give speeches and presentations about fiscal policy, I explain that a sensible tax system should be based on these principles. Low marginal tax rates on productive behavior. No double taxation of saving and investment. No corrupt and distorting...
