Famous quote by Andrew J. Bacevich

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Its not so much the amount of tax we pay - its the sense that our pockets being picked without our knowing whats going o
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"It's not so much the amount of tax we pay - it's the sense that our pocket's being picked without our knowing what's going on"

- Andrew J. Bacevich

About this Quote

This quote by Andrew J. Bacevich speaks with the feeling of powerlessness that many people experience when it concerns taxation. It is not always the quantity of tax that is paid that is the concern, but rather the sensation that our money is being taken without our knowledge or consent. This sensation of being benefited from can be especially aggravating when it pertains to taxes, as it is often challenging to understand the intricacies of the tax system and how our cash is being used. Bacevich's quote highlights the significance of transparency and responsibility when it pertains to tax, so that citizens can have a much better understanding of how their money is being utilized and why they are paying certain taxes. Ultimately, this quote speaks with the requirement for residents to have a say in how their cash is being utilized, and to have a sense of control over their financial resources.

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This quote is written / told by Andrew J. Bacevich. He/she was a famous Educator.

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