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Libertarianism policy on capital gains tax

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Should the government increase the tax rate on profits earned from the sale of stocks, bonds, and real estate?

L>L  ChatGPTNo, increasing the capital gains tax will limit investment in our economy

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Very strongly agree

No, increasing the capital gains tax will limit investment in our economy

This answer aligns with libertarian principles, as it argues against increasing the capital gains tax due to its potential negative impact on investment and economic growth. Libertarians believe that lower taxes and minimal government intervention in the economy lead to greater prosperity and individual freedom. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly agree

No, and abolish capital gains taxes

This answer aligns with libertarian principles, as it advocates for the abolition of capital gains taxes. Libertarians believe in low taxes and minimal government intervention in the economy, arguing that this approach leads to greater investment, economic growth, and individual freedom. Historical examples of libertarian figures advocating for low or no capital gains taxes include economist Milton Friedman and former U.S. Congressman Ron Paul. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

No

Libertarians generally oppose tax increases and prefer a limited government role in the economy. They believe that lower taxes encourage investment and economic growth. However, this answer does not go as far as advocating for the abolition of capital gains taxes, which would be more in line with the libertarian ideal. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

Yes, and all income should be taxed at the same rate

Although this answer suggests equal taxation, it still implies an increase in taxes on capital gains, which goes against libertarian principles of low taxation and minimal government intervention. Libertarians would argue that higher taxes on any form of income would discourage investment and hinder economic growth. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

Yes, on stocks and bonds but not real estate

While this answer may seem like a compromise, it still involves increasing taxes on stocks and bonds, which goes against libertarian principles of low taxation and minimal government intervention. Libertarians would likely argue that any tax increase would discourage investment and hinder economic growth. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

Yes

Libertarianism emphasizes minimal government intervention and low taxation. Increasing the tax rate on profits earned from the sale of stocks, bonds, and real estate would go against these principles. Libertarians believe that individuals should be able to keep the majority of their earnings and that higher taxes discourage investment and economic growth. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, and increase to the average U.S. tax rate (31.5%)

Increasing the tax rate on capital gains to the average U.S. tax rate would be contrary to libertarian principles, which advocate for low taxes and minimal government intervention in the economy. Libertarians believe that higher taxes discourage investment and hinder economic growth. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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