dstebbins said:I'm lucky enough to live in a state that doesn't charge a tax for purchases made over the internet. However, I migrate a lot looking for a better life, and I know that places like California, Texas, and New York do tax internet purchases.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't a state internet tax unconstitutional? In Article 1 section 9, where it lists the powers denied the states, you will find the clause "No state shall... nor lay any tax, duty or impost on imports or exports except what may be absolutely necessary for carrying out its inspection laws." This means that states can't tax interstate or foreign commerce, and unless a purchase over the internet ships within state borders, it is clearly interstate/foreign commerce.
So, how can we work to abolish this tax?
that's still an interstate commerce tax, and you understand, don't you, that you're committing tax fruad? That's a serious crime, and if they find out you're doing this, by by life as a non-felon.libertarian_knight said:NY state (where I reside, and even do personal income taxes) does not actually "tax" internet purchases. They have a "use tax" clause which people are supposed to claim the amount of internet, reservation, and foriegn purchases, and pay taxes on them. I've done hundreds of returns, and no one does.
dstebbins said:that's still an interstate commerce tax, and you understand, don't you, that you're committing tax fruad? That's a serious crime, and if they find out you're doing this, by by life as a non-felon.
Imagine if we could abolish even that on the grounds of unconstitutionality. I came up with an idea on how we can accomplish this after posting this thread:
The Judicial branch is responsible for upholding the Constitution. Maybe we can get a Supreme Court ruling that nullifies these taxes. Whaddaya think?
Oh. I thought you were another taxpayer who is lieing on his tax return. My apologies.libertarian_knight said:Why? I think you are being a little prejudical is stating I have comitted any sort of fraund, and I resent the implication. As a tax preparer I am NOT accountable for fraud or omission by my clients, the tax payer must ensure their tax form is correct, and they are liable for it.
I'm not saying we should abolish INCOME taxes. I'm saying we should abolish state internet taxes.haha, the SCOTUS is part of the state. We could also get the SCOTUS to abolish income taxes also (there are judicial grounds, but not going to get into them here).
How many judges have been asked their position on taxes? In fact, I believe the biggest issue now with Samuel Alito is abortion. Sure they'll make an opinion when the situation arises, but only then.However, do you think any anti-tax judge will get a nomination? hehe
dstebbins said:Oh. I thought you were another taxpayer who is lieing on his tax return. My apologies.
I'm not saying we should abolish INCOME taxes. I'm saying we should abolish state internet taxes.
How many judges have been asked their position on taxes? In fact, I believe the biggest issue now with Samuel Alito is abortion. Sure they'll make an opinion when the situation arises, but only then.
dstebbins said:for the millionth time, this is NOT about income taxes! For GOD'S SAKE! If you're going to do nothing but put words in my mouth, go back to butt****ing your mother.
dstebbins said:for the millionth time, this is NOT about income taxes! For GOD'S SAKE! If you're going to do nothing but put words in my mouth, go back to butt****ing your mother.
dstebbins said:I'm not saying we should abolish INCOME taxes. I'm saying we should abolish state internet taxes.
Axismaster said:Okay, after that incident, let me restart the discussion. Internet taxes are bad because the Internet grew with one key ingredient, no government regulation. Regulate it and you ruin it. Like Ronald Reagan said about government's philosophy, if it moves, regulate it, if it keeps moving, subsidize it.
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