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34. Should We Have to Pay for Our Sins?

Freakonomics, M.D.

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Why Soda Taxes Aren't Regressive

Taxes on sugary drinks can be regressive, but so can illness. Health benefits that accrue to lowin come people outweigh the fact that they pay more in tox payments. Tax evasion is perfectly legal when it comes to sen taxes. We try our best to get it right to do the most good for most people. But there are trade offs like in so many areas of medicine and public health.

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