Democrats finding new ways to TAX your internet use

[Danno 1,228]

The idea that everything should be taxed and tightly regulated by Gov't is what turned me off from the Democrat party and here is just another example.

Adult download tax proposal awaits climax in Albany

This is the best tax you ever had.

A state proposal to add a 4% tax for downloading movies and music will also apply to Internet porn.

Gov. Paterson recently suggested the so-called iPod tax to help close a $15 billion budget deficit, but few realized the levy would also apply to XXX-rated material.

The skin industry denounced the move as a cheap political stunt.

"The last thing any of us need isan additional tax," said Steven Hirsch, the CEO of Vivid Entertainment Group and self-proclaimed King of Porn. "These are very difficult times and nobody can afford to lose even one customer."

The new tax technically isn't a sin tax, since it applies to all "digitally delivered entertainment services."

It would also apply only to businesses located in New York State, leaving some to wonder if companies would relocate to avoid the tax.

A manager at DVD Video in Times Square said porn lures tourists to New York and helps boost the economy.

"When the tourists come, they come to us to buy things. We want to bring people here. We will make money, which is good for everyone," the manager said.

A cashier at World of DVD in Times Square said business has been falling during the past year.

"Customers already say they have no money," the cashier said.

Conservatives railed against the tax, but for a very different reason.

"By taxing it you're legitimizing it," said New York Conservative Party Chairman Michael Long, adding that government shouldn't profit from porn. "If you're taxing it - how can it be wrong? I don't know how you can sink much deeper."

State officials defended the proposed tax and said it has nothing to do with legitimizing porn.

"This is simply bringing the tax code in line with technology," said Matt Anderson, a spokesman for the state Division of the Budget.

"Regardless of whether or not an item is purchased at a brick-and-mortar store or online, it would be treated consistently."

Paterson also said last night that the rich will "share in the sacrifice" of closing New York's budget gap.

Paterson, in language almost identical to that used by supporters of the so-called millionaire's tax, said the wealthy will not be spared.

"Every New Yorker will share in the sacrifice to get this budget balanced," he told the New York State Association of Black and Puerto Rican Legislators.

Paterson has previously argued that spending cuts - not a new tax on the wealthy - should be the priority. His spokesman said the governor's new comments did not represent a shift in his position.

http://www.nydailynews.com/ny_local/2009/0...aits_clima.html

[Nagishkaw 510]

Not suprising, but BTW, tax the heck out of porn like they do cigarettes.

[NickD 203]

Yeah talking about that on the radio this morning, a WI democratic govern, Earl, had to increase taxes back in the 80's after the republicans blew the wad putting us in a hole, he only lasted one term. We were put in another hole by the last republican governor and now have another democratic governor that is in the same position as Earl. He knows if he increases taxes, he is out of the door, so curious as to how he is going to address this problem.

Obama is in the same boat, but feel our governor is copying Obama in saying there will be no tax increases to the middle class, hell, we are already being taxed to death. Would be nice if he said will be tax relief for the middle class, as it is now, that puts us in the poor class, after taxes.

Reagan sure left Bush a mess and Bush made it worse, but Clinton got us out of that one only to go down with another Bush. In the meantime, the rest of us are getting robbed by our government. Are we really in that big of a mess? Or is this more BS? I have no way of knowing the true facts on this, but only know, I am getting robbed for what they charge and the rotten services I am getting for my money.

[Nagishkaw 510]

They just want you to feel dirty and bad.

[Danno 1,228]

Yeah talking about that on the radio this morning, a WI democratic govern, Earl, had to increase taxes back in the 80's after the republicans blew the wad putting us in a hole, he only lasted one term. We were put in another hole by the last republican governor and now have another democratic governor that is in the same position as Earl. He knows if he increases taxes, he is out of the door, so curious as to how he is going to address this problem.

Obama is in the same boat, but feel our governor is copying Obama in saying there will be no tax increases to the middle class, hell, we are already being taxed to death. Would be nice if he said will be tax relief for the middle class, as it is now, that puts us in the poor class, after taxes.

Reagan sure left Bush a mess and Bush made it worse, but Clinton got us out of that one only to go down with another Bush. In the meantime, the rest of us are getting robbed by our government. Are we really in that big of a mess? Or is this more BS? I have no way of knowing the true facts on this, but only know, I am getting robbed for what they charge and the rotten services I am getting for my money.

All this talk about Republicans spending all this money (I am stunned you associate big spending exclusively with GOP) why Don't these fiscally "sensible democrats" just cut all that wasteful spending by the prior office holder?

[rclouse 0]

How can you tax free?

[Danno 1,228]

How can you tax free?

My friend you underestimate the creativity of politicians.

[DeadPoolX 9]

How can you tax free?

The Internet providers are looking to do it too. Ever hear of "Net Neutrality'?

[NickD 203]

Yeah talking about that on the radio this morning, a WI democratic govern, Earl, had to increase taxes back in the 80's after the republicans blew the wad putting us in a hole, he only lasted one term. We were put in another hole by the last republican governor and now have another democratic governor that is in the same position as Earl. He knows if he increases taxes, he is out of the door, so curious as to how he is going to address this problem.

Obama is in the same boat, but feel our governor is copying Obama in saying there will be no tax increases to the middle class, hell, we are already being taxed to death. Would be nice if he said will be tax relief for the middle class, as it is now, that puts us in the poor class, after taxes.

Reagan sure left Bush a mess and Bush made it worse, but Clinton got us out of that one only to go down with another Bush. In the meantime, the rest of us are getting robbed by our government. Are we really in that big of a mess? Or is this more BS? I have no way of knowing the true facts on this, but only know, I am getting robbed for what they charge and the rotten services I am getting for my money.

All this talk about Republicans spending all this money (I am stunned you associate big spending exclusively with GOP) why Don't these fiscally "sensible democrats" just cut all that wasteful spending by the prior office holder?

Ha, you won't get a rise out of me, already a confirmed independent, did think we were all going to get a big tax break after the cold war ended, what happened to that? Tax rates keep on going up with each year as does inflation. Must be nice to have a high paying job, well maybe not the job itself, but those fringe benefits. spending someone else's money. Ha, want a raise, just increase the taxes.