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Originally Posted by Bunk
Yes. We need a more diverse revenue mix. Gasoline prices will drop, so the overall impact to the consumer here would be negligible compared to what they’ve been paying in recent years. As per HST, still a lower overall tax burden than every other jurisdiction.
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I keep hearing this, but theres so much wrong with it still.
First of all, for all of the Pro-PST individuals I understand that its not the worst idea in the world, but theres also a reason it isnt here and that reason isnt just 'Political Suicide' or 'Sheer Hubris.'
PST isnt some sort of 'Magic Bullet.' Everyone screaming at the top of their lungs for PST seemingly has little understanding of its actual overall impact and a perfect example of that is the argument:
"If we had a PST we'd be out of debt right now!!!"
Because thats how Economics works right? You change one variable to produce a favourable result and all other factors concerning that variable will stay exactly the same. Nobody will make different decisions based on new circumstances. Its just 5% straight into our pockets that our Government will spend wisely on Teachers and Hospitals!!
Right? Thats how that works?
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Originally Posted by Flash Walken
It's almost like all of the 'no tax' goofs have no idea how the rest of the first world operates or functions.
Like the people living 4 hours away in Cranbrook are living in an economic wasteland.
It's almost like they aren't worth listening to about anything at all?
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Yeah....I'm getting that impression about a lot of people and there are a few right at the top of the list....some of the most vocal actually.