NY Millionaires Write to Cuomo in Favor of Higher Taxes
A group of more than 40 millionaires in New York State have written to Governor Andrew Cuomo and top lawmakers, calling on them to consider raising taxes on the state’s wealthiest residents to help address poverty and rebuild failing infrastructure.
The letter, a copy of which was given to the Associated Press, proposes new, higher tax rates for the top 1 percent of earners.
Those signing the letter include Abigail Disney, Agnes Gund, Leo Hindery and Steven C. Rockefeller.
The letter goes on to say additional revenue is needed to address child poverty and homelessness, aging bridges, tunnels, waterlines and roads.
Their proposal faces significant political obstacles. While the Democratic majority in the State Assembly has its own plan to increase taxes on millionaires, the Republican-led Senate opposes the idea.
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