[TidesHoss32]

The flat tax has merit. However, your flat tax isn't particularly flat. It is a progressive tax just as is the income tax.

I would prefer a true flat tax with the same rate applying to everyone. The "haves" still pay more than do the "have nots". In addition, I would add a federal sales tax of 1 or 2 percent. That would be a consumption tax on those who consume goods. The latter would also apply to most services other than true medical bills (no botox or enhancement exemptions).

While I do agree with you on everything youve posted in this thread, I am very intrigued by your idea (which I also agree with. I think its a phenomenal idea). I DO have one question though, and you may have mentioned it and I may have skipped over it, so forgive me if I have. But what about those that exhaust their unemployment? Just curious...