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nypost.comworld46 days ago
California Poll Shows 54% Support for Proposed Billionaire Wealth Tax
A Public Policy Institute of California survey found that 54% of likely voters back a one-time 5% levy on residents with assets above $1 billion. Labor unions say they have collected enough signatures to place the measure on the November ballot.
rediff.comfinance57 days ago
Tom Steyer Campaigns for California Governor on Wealth Tax Proposal
Hedge fund founder Tom Steyer is running for California governor with a platform focused on affordability and higher taxes on the wealthy. Early voting has begun ahead of the June 2 primary.
nypost.comworld65 days ago
Economist Behind California Billionaire Tax Proposal Says It Is Unlikely to Stay One-Time
Emmanuel Saez told a University of California Berkeley audience that surprising billionaires with a one-time tax would prove difficult, suggesting debate may shift to a permanent wealth tax. His comments came amid high-profile departures from California and Washington state by te…
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