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PSCI0319A-F20

The Politics of Taxes

The Politics of Taxes
Who gets taxed and how much they get taxed is at least as much a political decision as an economic one. Additionally, the ways governments tax their citizens (and how much they tax them) vary widely between different countries. Moreover, the purpose underlying governments’ use of taxes ranges from fighting inequality to incentivizing various behavioral changes. In this course we will examine sales taxes, wealth taxes, corporate profits, income taxes and the politics around those taxes in a variety of national contexts. (Comparative Politics). 3 hrs. sem.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
92465
Subject Code:
PSCI
Course Number:
0319
Section Identifier:
A

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PSCI 0319

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Fall 2020

PSCI0319A-F20 Seminar (Winslett)