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A Tax System For An E-Commerce Economy, Murray L. Weidenbaum
A Tax System For An E-Commerce Economy, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
Many state governments and federal policymakers view a new, special tax on electronic commerce to be a fresh and attractive revenue source. But whether implemented at the state or national level, this new tax would be highly undesirable, because it simply expands the shortcomings of the current revenue structure. Because of the flexibility of e-commerce, the attempt to collect such a tax would result in enforcement policies that would further complicate an already complex tax system. The way out of this conundrum is to see the shortcoming in current efforts to tax internet transactions as part of a broader need …
An Ambitious Agenda For Economic Growth, Murray L. Weidenbaum
An Ambitious Agenda For Economic Growth, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
An extensive array of expenditure, tax, and regulatory reforms could help in shifting the American economy to a sustainable higher growth path. Carrying out needed changes requires more than developing attractive new programs; it also means making a continuous stream of hard choices.
Four Approaches To Tax Reform, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Four Approaches To Tax Reform, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
This report explains four alternatives to the income tax: the flat tax, the saving-friendly USA Tax, a national sales tax, and a value-added tax.
Tax Reform: Reconciling Economic Growth And Fairness, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Tax Reform: Reconciling Economic Growth And Fairness, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
The emerging debate on fundamental tax reform in the United States is focused too narrowly. The key disagreement currently is between promoting economic growth and maintaining fairness via a progressive tax structure. Alarmingly, most of the reform proposals which have gained attention do eliminate the progressivity which has been a long-term hallmark of the federal income tax system. This paper demonstrates that it is possible to achieve both objectives while making basic improvements in the federal revenue structure.
Government Policy And Small Business Financing, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Government Policy And Small Business Financing, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
Small businesses are hurt by government policy and regulation.
The Economic Challenges Of The Next Four Years, Murray L. Weidenbaum
The Economic Challenges Of The Next Four Years, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
During President Clinton's first term, it is expected that a national industrial and planning policy will be adopted. More government regulation, more taxes for those in the upper brackets, and more spending programs are expected as well.
Tax Reform: When And How, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Tax Reform: When And How, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
Congress and the President need to focus on ways to reduce the deficit before making basic changes in the tax system.
Economic Prospects For 1986, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Economic Prospects For 1986, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
The economic forecast for 1986 is expected to show a much more modest growth than that of 1984 and 1985, mostly due to increases in imports, causing a reduction in domestic production.
The Case Against Tax Reform In 1985, Murray L. Weidenbaum
The Case Against Tax Reform In 1985, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
The Treasury Department's tax reform proposals in 1985 should be opposed because they would 1) reduce incentives for new investment; 2) reduce venture capital for high-tech and other enterprises; 3) raise the tax burden on small businesses; 4) would create uncertainty for investors regarding future tax rules; 5) reduce economic growth; and 6) weaken the financial position of states and of private non-profit institutions.
Four More Years: The Post-Election Business Outlook, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Four More Years: The Post-Election Business Outlook, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
Will the election results of 1984 make a difference to the American economy? The author gives his views on what the Reagan Administration will try to accomplish during its second term.
The Debate Over Saving, Investment And Capital Shortages, Murray L. Weidenbaum
The Debate Over Saving, Investment And Capital Shortages, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
This piece discusses the importance of saving and investment.