Taxing the Rich: A History of Fiscal Fairness in the United States and Europe

Are you frustrated by the growing inequality in today's society? Wondering why more isn't being done to tax the rich? Look no further than Taxing the Rich: A History of Fiscal Fairness in the United States and Europe. This groundbreaking book by Kenneth Scheve and David Stasavage delves into the historical reasons behind governments' decisions to tax or not tax the wealthiest citizens.

With evidence from twenty countries spanning two centuries, Taxing the Rich provides the most comprehensive and detailed account of progressive taxation ever written. Scheve and Stasavage explore the intellectual and political debates surrounding taxing the wealthy, shedding light on the different views of equality and fairness.

Unlike popular belief, governments don't tax the rich simply because inequality is high or rising. They do it when people believe that such taxes are necessary to correct an unfair advantage given to the wealthy. Taxing the Rich reveals how progressive taxation gained momentum in the twentieth century, driven by compensatory arguments during times of mass warfare.

Yet, as we enter an era of limited mobilization and technological advances, new compensatory arguments must be made for tax reform. Taxing the Rich offers insights into the future of taxation, dependent on the convergence of political and economic conditions that will enable new justifications for taxing the wealthy.

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