Herald readers sound off on the effect Massachusetts' taxes have on business retention in the state, oil independence, carbon emissions and wildfires, and cutting John Kerry's budget.
High rates of taxation and a tax code that punishes working,saving, and investing do not add up to a recipe for long-termprosperity. History shows clearly that lower tax rates are anintegral part of a reform package that maximizes freedom andprosperity. Reducing all income tax rates is a responsible way topromote long-term economic growth.
A breakthrough agreement announced by Senate Democrats on Wednesday, which would dedicate hundreds of billions of dollars to addressing climate change an