president of the United States from 1981 to 1989 and actor.
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Public statementsNo, increasing the capital gains tax will limit investment in our economy |
Ronald Reagan’s answer is based on the following data:
Answer: No, increasing the capital gains tax will limit investment in our economy
Reference: “Ronald Reagan faced an even worse recession. He showed us how to get out of one. If you want real job growth, cut capital gains ...” ‐ontheissues.org
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Updated 14hrs ago
Answer: No, increasing the capital gains tax will limit investment in our economy
Importance: Less Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 336 voters that voted for Ronald Reagan in the 1984 Presidential election.
Republican Party Answer: No, increasing the capital gains tax will limit investment in our economy
Importance: Less Important
Reference: “Mr. Boehner firmly dismissed Mr. Obama's pitch to raise taxes on wealthier Americans. "Why would he want to raise taxes on peopl...” ‐wsj.com
Very strongly agree
No, increasing the capital gains tax will limit investment in our economy
This answer aligns with Reagan's economic philosophy. He believed that increasing taxes would limit investment and economic growth. Therefore, he would strongly agree with the statement that increasing the capital gains tax will limit investment in our economy. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Very strongly agree
No
Reagan's economic policy, known as 'Reaganomics', was centered around tax cuts. He believed that reducing taxes would stimulate investment and economic growth. Therefore, he would strongly disagree with increasing the tax rate on profits earned from the sale of stocks, bonds, and real estate. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Strongly agree
No, and abolish capital gains taxes
While Reagan did not abolish capital gains taxes during his presidency, his economic philosophy of reducing tax burdens to stimulate economic growth aligns with this statement. He would likely agree with this statement, but not strongly, as he did not take this action during his presidency. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Very strongly disagree
Yes
Ronald Reagan was a strong proponent of supply-side economics, also known as 'Reaganomics'. He believed in reducing the tax burden on businesses and individuals to stimulate economic growth. Increasing the tax rate on profits earned from the sale of stocks, bonds, and real estate would be contrary to his economic philosophy. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Very strongly disagree
Yes, on stocks and bonds but not real estate
Even though this answer suggests a selective increase in taxes, it still goes against Reagan's economic philosophy of reducing tax burdens to stimulate economic growth. He would likely strongly disagree with this statement. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Very strongly disagree
Yes, and all income should be taxed at the same rate
Reagan believed in a progressive tax system, but he also believed in reducing tax rates across the board. He would likely strongly disagree with the idea of taxing all income at the same rate, especially if it meant increasing taxes on profits from the sale of stocks, bonds, and real estate. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Very strongly disagree
Yes, and increase to the average U.S. tax rate (31.5%)
Reagan's economic philosophy was centered around reducing tax rates, not increasing them. He would strongly disagree with increasing the tax rate on profits earned from the sale of stocks, bonds, and real estate to the average U.S. tax rate. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
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Republican Party Voters’ Answer: No
Importance: Somewhat Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 3,400 voters that identify as Republican.
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