Episode 39 - Taxes

Episode 39 April 11, 2021 01:10:35
Episode 39 - Taxes
An Incomplete History
Episode 39 - Taxes

Apr 11 2021 | 01:10:35

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Show Notes

Death and Taxes. Is that all we can be sure of? In honor of traditional Tax Day (April 15), we present a history of taxes in the United States. Tariffs, excises, income taxes, anti-government movements, rebellions, paying for the military and infrastructure, they're all on the list of topics we cover in this week's episode.

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