Letter: ‘No’ vote on LA County tax hike about affordability, not party
Tax policy debates center on growth versus redistribution as Americans weigh economic freedom.
The letter insists the Los Angeles County tax hike fight was “about affordability, not party,” as if that settles it. But the bigger assumption is that a new tax is simply a neutral tool, and anyone objecting is smuggling in politics. In a county where costs are already punishing, voters have every right to question whether more revenue will actually change outcomes.
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The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is a nonpartisan body, and this debate was about affordability, not party affiliation.
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The letter insists the Los Angeles County tax hike fight was “about affordability, not party,” as if that settles it. But the bigger assumption is that a new tax is simply a neutral tool, and anyone objecting is smuggling in politics. In a county where costs are already punishing, voters have every right to question whether more revenue will actually change outcomes.
Affordability is not a talking point. It is the result of fiscal restraint, accountable government, and policies that do not treat taxpayers like an ATM. When leadership can’t show measurable results on homelessness, public safety, or basic services, “nonpartisan” becomes a label, not a guarantee of competence.
A “no” vote can be a vote for public trust and fairness for working families. Before asking for more, county government should prove it can steward what it already takes.
Commentary written with AI assistance by the New Republican Times Editorial Board.