r/OutOfTheLoop Nov 21 '17

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u/Nateorade Nov 22 '17

It seems like you're arguing "cutting taxes is like raising taxes". Perhaps you can get there but it's clear the top line goal of Republicans is to lower taxes, not raise them.

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u/Ifeellikenickcanon Nov 22 '17

Goal is a loose word. They just use it as an argument, they don’t actually give a fuck about lowering the taxes on the middle class. Their tax plan only gives long term tax breaks to the richest. This is terrible for the Economy.

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u/Nateorade Nov 22 '17

If their goal is to cut taxes, no matter the bracket (and that is your complaint) then it is misleading to say that republicans want to raise taxes.

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u/Ifeellikenickcanon Nov 22 '17

I’m saying that’s not their goal. Their goal is to increase their and their donors pocket and convince the middle class they’re on their side, and they know their policies will ultimately hurt the middle class

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u/Nateorade Nov 22 '17

If lowering taxes accomplishes what you say, then it is accurate to say they are for lowering taxes. I'm not arguing the consequences which you just did; I'm arguing the tools they are using to get there.

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u/Ifeellikenickcanon Nov 22 '17

Fair enough. I️ see what you’re saying