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On today's show, we're discussing a hot topic sparking debates across the state and beyond: eliminating income taxes.
We'll be exploring the advantages, potential pitfalls, and unintended consequences of this bold move.
Hosts Steve Palmer and Brett Johnson are joined by Glenn Harper from Harper Plus Accounting to unpack the complexities. We look into how states like Florida and Texas manage to thrive without state income taxes, the role of tourism and natural resources, and the economic dynamics at play.
There's also a lively discussion on education systems, the administrative state's impact on taxation, and even a walk down history lane with the infamous Scopes Monkey Trial. It's a rich mix of economics, politics, and common sense that promises to be engaging and thought-provoking.
Common Sense Moments
00:00 Establishment Clause and Education Case
07:48 Executive vs. Congressional Funding Authority
11:04 "Power and Its Ironic Paradox"
18:31 "Education: Government vs. Parental Responsibility"
22:03 Decentralized Education Debate
31:03 Property and Wealth-Based Taxes
36:43 Streamline Complex Tax Code
37:59 Simplifying Complex Tax Regulations
42:49 Retiree Tax Savings by Relocating
49:30 "Imagining Healthcare Without Insurance"
56:15 Ohio Tax Cuts and Economic Growth
01:01:47 Nationwide Injunctions and Forum Shopping
01:04:51 Judicial Enforcement and Presidential Compliance
Harper CPA Plus
Here are three key takeaways:
Recorded at the 511 Studios, in the Brewery District in downtown Columbus, OH.
Copyright 2025 Common Sense Ohio
Stephen Palmer is the Managing Partner for the law firm, Palmer Legal Defense. He has specialized almost exclusively in criminal defense for over 26 years. Steve is also a partner in Criminal Defense Consultants, a firm focused wholly on helping criminal defense attorneys design winning strategies for their clients.
Norm Murdock is an automobile racing driver and owner of a high-performance and restoration car parts company. He earned undergraduate degrees in literature and journalism and graduated with a Juris Doctor from the University of Cincinnati College of Law in 1985. He worked in the IT industry for two years before launching a career in government relations in Columbus, Ohio. Norm has assisted clients in the Transportation, Education, Healthcare, and Public Infrastructure sectors.
Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy®, is an award-winning podcast consultant and small business owner for nearly 10 years, leaving a long career in radio. He is passionate about helping small businesses tell their story through podcasts, and he believes podcasting is a great opportunity for different voices to speak and be heard.
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On today's show, we're discussing a hot topic sparking debates across the state and beyond: eliminating income taxes.
We'll be exploring the advantages, potential pitfalls, and unintended consequences of this bold move.
Hosts Steve Palmer and Brett Johnson are joined by Glenn Harper from Harper Plus Accounting to unpack the complexities. We look into how states like Florida and Texas manage to thrive without state income taxes, the role of tourism and natural resources, and the economic dynamics at play.
There's also a lively discussion on education systems, the administrative state's impact on taxation, and even a walk down history lane with the infamous Scopes Monkey Trial. It's a rich mix of economics, politics, and common sense that promises to be engaging and thought-provoking.
Common Sense Moments
00:00 Establishment Clause and Education Case
07:48 Executive vs. Congressional Funding Authority
11:04 "Power and Its Ironic Paradox"
18:31 "Education: Government vs. Parental Responsibility"
22:03 Decentralized Education Debate
31:03 Property and Wealth-Based Taxes
36:43 Streamline Complex Tax Code
37:59 Simplifying Complex Tax Regulations
42:49 Retiree Tax Savings by Relocating
49:30 "Imagining Healthcare Without Insurance"
56:15 Ohio Tax Cuts and Economic Growth
01:01:47 Nationwide Injunctions and Forum Shopping
01:04:51 Judicial Enforcement and Presidential Compliance
Harper CPA Plus
Here are three key takeaways:
Recorded at the 511 Studios, in the Brewery District in downtown Columbus, OH.
Copyright 2025 Common Sense Ohio
Stephen Palmer is the Managing Partner for the law firm, Palmer Legal Defense. He has specialized almost exclusively in criminal defense for over 26 years. Steve is also a partner in Criminal Defense Consultants, a firm focused wholly on helping criminal defense attorneys design winning strategies for their clients.
Norm Murdock is an automobile racing driver and owner of a high-performance and restoration car parts company. He earned undergraduate degrees in literature and journalism and graduated with a Juris Doctor from the University of Cincinnati College of Law in 1985. He worked in the IT industry for two years before launching a career in government relations in Columbus, Ohio. Norm has assisted clients in the Transportation, Education, Healthcare, and Public Infrastructure sectors.
Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy®, is an award-winning podcast consultant and small business owner for nearly 10 years, leaving a long career in radio. He is passionate about helping small businesses tell their story through podcasts, and he believes podcasting is a great opportunity for different voices to speak and be heard.
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/
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