Taxation
Background
Taxes refer to the mandatory financial charges or levies imposed by governments on individuals, corporations, and entities to fund public goods and services. Taxes can come in various forms, including income tax, corporate tax, sales tax, property tax, estate tax, and others. Taxation policies determine how much individuals and businesses pay to the government and are a primary source of government revenue.
Voting issues of taxes refer to discussions about economic policy, personal financial well-being, and the role of government in society. Voters may evaluate tax policies based their plans to adjust tax rates, provide tax relief, simplify the tax code, or address perceived inequities in the system. The relationship between taxes, public services, and fiscal responsibility may also be a factor for voters.