Taxation

Issues

We recognize the necessity for taxation in order for government to perform and administer those services that meet the public needs.
However, we recognize the power to tax is also the power to control, and that the best way to control government is to strictly control
the amount and form of taxes imposed on the people. We encourage further simplification of tax systems and broad based tax
reduction where possible. We also recognize inflation, licensing, and user fees as forms of taxation. Taxes: (1) should be
inexpensive to administer and collect; (2) should not create excessive burdens on taxpayers; (3) should not create competitive
disadvantages; and, (4) should not excessively distort markets.