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Originally Posted by theslymonkey
Except what if the increased tax amount is less than the extra shifts you get, or the extra widgets you sell in your business or however else you get you pockets lined? If the cost is minimal compared to the economic benefit to the tax payers, then isn't it a good investment?
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Sure. But that's a different argument than what some are making which is "I want zero public money". I get that argument, but I think it's a one line statement of position and then there's no reason to say much more.
If it's a net benefit argument, there's lots to talk about, lots of studies, etc. At the end of the day it's hard to quantify the net benefit, considering that there are intangible and unquantifiable benefits.
Me, I just want to see a deal done that isn't outrageous either way. I'd also like to see it negotiated by professionals before the politics side is even broached.