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    • A Vision of Iranshahr
  • Iranshahr
  • The Problems
    • Nationalism
    • Authoritarianism
    • Corruption
    • Neoliberalism
    • Sexism
    • Materialism
    • Foreign Domination
    • Sectarianism
    • Climate Change
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    • Good Governance
    • Steady-State Economy
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Good Governance

Legitimate & Just Taxation

5/23/2020

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If a new state like the Guarded Domains of Iranshahr could rise in an era of intense nationalism and sectarianism it must have a legitimacy built on justice and fairness to counter the alluring call of division and hatred. Therefore such a state that seeks to unite many must endeavor to foster truly good governance, and there cannot be good governance without talking about taxes. A truly fair and efficient taxation system builds its own legitimacy and loyalty and can help foster a united sense of purpose. Taxes raised poorly can also breed resentment and can foster its own kind of deep-seated hatred. So let us consider how taxes should be raised and what forms of taxation are fair and just.

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    Latif Simorghi is an activist, blogger, and author.

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