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Rich Neal: “Because if you are a taxpayer who can't afford to hire a lawyer or an accountant to help you create complexity and…”

On the recordFebruary 14, 2024
Because if you are a taxpayer who can't afford to hire a lawyer or an accountant to help you create complexity and shield your income, then you would likely be very frustrated if those that did have the resources could do that and evade what they owe.
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Rich Neal
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Discussing fairness in tax obligations for taxpayers without resources.

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