“I personally feel it's premature to consider any tax increases until we have a better understanding of the revenue (generated by) our recently enacted -- and I might add historic -- tax modernization package, ... If it accomplishes its objectives ... it will create more revenue for Kentucky.”
Tommy Thompson
“There's a lot of evidence you can sell people on tax increases if they think it's an investment”
Bill Clinton
“There is a direct link between the federal tax cut of 2001 and state tax increases in 2003. When the federal government's mistakes force states to raise their taxes, it not only robs Peter to pay Paul, but it hurts hard-working families and it undermines our economy's strength.”
Senator John Kerry
“We have not had tax increases since the 1970s, ... Since then costs on everything have gone up.”
Kathleen Kennedy
“Put simply, the governor does not support tax increases and is opposed to Proposition 82 because it will raise taxes.”
Katie Levinson
“Tax increases through the back door. It's very insidious. I think it's very harmful and it's really going to have a very negative impact on the whole system if we don't reform it now.”
Garth Turner
“I hope this sends a message that voters are not going to put up with exorbitant tax increases. You can't tie community needs with wants.”
Rod Benfield
