Issue 264 Don't tax our kids Febuary 4, 2014

 
Yup, here in America children are taxed. Not just any children, but the children that work part time jobs earning a legitimate pay check. I find it very messed up and want it stopped.

Those who tax kids: The federal government taxes them by taking a portion from their paycheck. Usually though, that money is later given back. But when that money is given back, the State and sometimes local government tax the tax return. On top of that the State and local government tax the child's regular income as well. This of course is done by both States and Localities that have an income tax in the first place. Silly isn't it.

Why we should not tax them: My main reason for not taxing them is because they cannot vote. Children under age 18 cannot vote in any election or referendum. As such they have no say on how their tax dollars are spent and on how much of their money is taken from them in the first place. In short, they have no say in society. Therefore, because they do not have a say, it is taxation without representation.

Let us not forget that some of these kids really want to go to college or they are impoverished and are trying to help out their families. By taking this money (even if temporarily in some cases) it inhibits there ability to not only save money but to help there families when and where they need it. From groceries to bill paying, children who work help out when they can because they love their family and want to protect them. It is not right to take money from the mouth of babes.

Going a step further: If I could, I would make anyone under the age of 25 nontaxable as well. This allows both kids and young adults a solid financial footing and gives them a chance to earn a larger paycheck and pay off college debts all that much faster. Mind you, I am already 25 so if this is ever passed, I would not be able to take advantage of such a benefit, but I want the generations to come to have a better chance at earning more income faster than I did.

Conclusion: I sincerely believe that people under a certain age should be tax exempt based on there ability to represent themselves (all those under 18 if they are working). These kids need all the advantages they can get and making them exempt from income taxes is one of the best advantages I can think of to help insure that they come out more financially secure than there peers who did not get this sort of advantage. Come on America, you know this is the right thing to do, so let’s get to it.