The Carriage Tax (Update)
Planet Money
Hamilton's Tax Triumph
This chapter details Alexander Hamilton's vigorous defense of the controversial carriage tax, culminating in a Supreme Court ruling that limits constitutional taxation categories. It also delves into contemporary discussions around wealth taxes, focusing on the challenges of taxing ultra-wealthy individuals based on their asset accumulation.
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