Mexico’s decision to tax the Catholic Church, and good marketing by the beer industry, are the reasons you celebrate Cinco de Mayo.

 

Key Takeaways:

[:21] Americans love to party, and Cinco de Mayo is a good excuse to do so.

[1:08] In 1862, Mexico could not pay its debts to France.

[2:22] Victory in a small battle against the French is why Cinco de Mayo was originally celebrated in Mexico.

[3:40] How did the beer industry encourage celebration of Cinco de Mayo in the United States?

[3:55] Mexico’s decision to tax the Catholic Church led to your Cinco de Mayo celebration.

[4:09] Call Financial Gravity when you’re ready to celebrate paying less in taxes.

 

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