r/DifficultPolitics

Likely Bezos didn't take into account that those that want higher taxes paid by the super wealthy are not talking about just the theoretical rate but also the actual percentages paid, as opposed to deductions, exemptions, and outright cancellations of taxable categories.

The adage that comes to mind, " Don't make the perfect the enemy of the good."

Also, there's no reason that any single individual anywhere in the world should have amassed or be able to amass a vast fortune that at the a snap of a finger can hire consultants and swing elections, from or to any candidate of any persuasion.

Those two stalwart friends of common experience, Senators Robert Dole and Daniel Inouye, must surely be weeping over this.