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They'll say "I don't trust the government to spend that money properly. Take $232/yr away from some entitlement program that services people who aren't directly related to me."

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Is "they" a large enough voting cohort for it to matter?

Yes, I think you'll find that the majority of U.S. citizens will vote down a tax increase, even if the intentions are good.

I think you underestimate the size of the 55+ voting cohort. Taxes are going up, no matter what.

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