Andrea Louise Campbell

Andrea Louise Campbell, a Professor at MIT and the author of "Taxation and Resentment," delves into the paradox of American tax attitudes. She discusses why many Americans support progressive taxes in theory but favor regressive policies in practice. Racial dynamics significantly influence these views, especially among white voters. The podcast explores the historical evolution of the tax system and the complexity of public perceptions about fairness, revealing how confusion benefits the wealthy and undermines tax equity.

Andrea Louise Campbell, a Professor at MIT and author of "Taxation and Resentment," dives into the complex world of American tax attitudes. She reveals the contradiction where most support progressive taxation in theory, yet favor regressive policies in practice. The discussion explores how race, party affiliation, and socio-economic status shape perceptions of fairness in taxation. Campbell highlights the anti-tax sentiment among independents and examines how historical injustices influence tax views among Black and Hispanic Americans, complicating support for governmental spending.