Daddy, why do we have taxes?

Percy Blakeney recently made the argument that ‘the proper function of taxation is to raise money for core functions of government’.

The first problem with this is that it ignores the fact that there are lots of other ways in which money can be raised, apart from taxation:  Principally user fees, but also penalties, sales of goods and services, donations, raffles, and so on.

So it might be more precise to say that ‘The proper use of taxation is to raise money for core functions of government only after all other avenues have been shown to be ineffectual’.

But there’s still a problem. 

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The Red Pen Governor

The liberty and freedom we’ve enjoyed in New Hampshire is under direct attack.  And it’s the worst it has ever been. Fresh off their November election wins, Democrats fired up their campaign to restrict rights and grow government.  And, unfortunately, they control the House, Senate and Executive Council.   But fortunately, we still have a Republican governor … Read more

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HB687-FN: NH Democrats Come After More Than Your Guns

by Nicole R. Fortune, Esq. HB 687-FN is what is commonly referred to as a “Gun Grab Bill” that if passed would become what is commonly referred to as a “Red Flag Law” and with good reason. Throughout history, a red flag is symbolic of socialism, communism, Marxism and left-wing politics. In modern times a red … Read more

Whither the Boy Scouts of America?

A major goal of the left and its fellow-travelling PC Police seems to be the demolition of most of the traditional pillars of American culture and family values.  The changes in the Boy Scouts of America, which used to be thought of as being like motherhood and apple pie, can serve as an excellent example … Read more

Daddy, What are taxes for?

Function: The proper function of taxation is to raise money for core functions of government. It is not the function of taxes to direct the behavior of citizens. Closing the budget gaps created by overspending too is a misuse of taxation. This is true regardless of the size or level of government. Taxation always imposes … Read more

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Divorce Agreement Proposal

by John J., Law Student: 

Dear American liberals, leftists, social progressives, socialists, Marxists, and Obama supporters, et al:

We have stuck together since the late 1950s for the sake of the kids, but the whole of this latest election process has made me realize that I want a divorce.

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Let Fish and Game do their job

There is a bill in committee (HB 442) that aims to prohibit Coyote hunting in New Hampshire between April and August each year.  The reasoning is that it coincides with pup-rearing, and pups reared without parents can become problematic creatures. First, let it be stated that Coyote is an invasive species, meaning they are not … Read more

SDGANH: “Preparing for the Future of Schooling” – NH Commissioner of Education Frank Edelblut (Part 1)

In this seminar, presented by the School District Governance Association of NH (“SDGANH”), the topic of  what will schools and education look like in the future was discussed  and what school board members need to know NOW about the changes (technological, demographic, economic, and political) that they will be facing and ways to view potential … Read more

SCOTUS: Today and Tomorrow by Norm Silber – Part 3

This past Thursday night, Norm Silber gave a talk on “SCOTUS: Today and Tomorrow”; a wide ranging discussion on the US Constitution. overview of our jurisprudence system, the hierarchy of the varying levels in our court system, the case flows within the system, the make up of the court, and upcoming issues that the Court … Read more

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Donald J. Trump: Presidential Proclamation on National African American History Month, 2019

The White House In the year 1619, a Dutch trading ship sailed into the Chesapeake Bay and dropped anchor at Point Comfort, Virginia.  The vessel’s arrival marked the beginning of the unscrupulous slave trade in the American colonies.  It was from this immoral origin—and through inhuman conditions, discrimination, and prolonged hardship—that emerged the vibrant culture, … Read more

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Want to Play ‘House?’

Another creep leaves Sen. Democrat Chucky Schumer’s inside circle. This time, Matt House, a communications staffer. Who happens to have New Hampshire Connections. So, what do you suppose Matt House is accused of doing? If you guessed pressing himself on young staffers that isn’t fair. Most aids of top Democrats who suddenly leave their coveted … Read more

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