In the latest (October 8, 2007) issue of National Review, Jonah Goldberg takes my idea of trading no taxation for representation and runs with it. He thinks it would turn D.C. into "Monaco on the Potomac" nearly overnight. Did Jonah read my recent D.C. Examiner piece "No Taxation Without Representation? How 'bout no taxation?"
No. As it turns out, he wrote on this issue, unbeknownst to me, way back in 2000.
Screw representation. I want the license plates to say "No Taxation. Period." Personally, I don't see the burning need for another Democratic hack Senator. I'd much, much, much, much, rather not pay federal taxes at all.Oh well. You may be asking why halting Federal taxation of the District is a good idea, and Goldberg has a compelling answer.
There are several reasons why this idea has merit. First and foremost, it would be very good for me. This point really cannot be overemphasized.I understand completely.
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