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It seems to me that, although a progressive tax system does have its shortcomings, such a system is probably the most equitable way of assessing a levy on the general population. It essentially distributes the burden based on one's ability to pay, the rationale being that those who benefit the most from the system should shoulder the greater burden in paying for it.
Although I understand the argument that such a system penalizes success I don't recall ever hearing of anyone who didn't seek out a higher level of compensation because they would have to pay more taxes as a consequence.
Progressive taxation is hardly perfect but I personally think it's the least abhorrent among the possible choices.
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Butch
Extremist Moderate
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