This didn't seem to fit well in any of the other threads, so I figured I figured I'd make a new one. Not sure how much weight I give this pollster, but the numbers do surprise me, and I think it's a discussion worth having.
Poll: A majority of Americans support raising the top tax rate to 70 percent
Q: Currently the top tax rate is 37%. Would you favor or oppose a tax proposal that would apply a 70% rate to the 10 millionth dollar and beyond for individuals making $10 million a year or more in reportable income?
GOP: 45% support (55% oppose)
Dem: 71% support (29% oppose)
Ind: 60% support (40% oppose)
Total: 59% support (41% oppose)
Poll: A majority of Americans support raising the top tax rate to 70 percent
Q: Currently the top tax rate is 37%. Would you favor or oppose a tax proposal that would apply a 70% rate to the 10 millionth dollar and beyond for individuals making $10 million a year or more in reportable income?
GOP: 45% support (55% oppose)
Dem: 71% support (29% oppose)
Ind: 60% support (40% oppose)
Total: 59% support (41% oppose)