[GailA]

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The Silence is Deafening

Tom Humphrey covers state government for the Knoxville News-Sentinel but it's not clear if he's read the state constitution recently. Appearing on Teddy Bart's Roundtable radio show today, Humphrey asserted that the constitution is "silent" in the issue of a state income tax.

It isn't.

Article 2, Sections 28 and 29 is where the constitution authorizes the legislature to levy certain kinds of taxes. The income tax is omitted. Those who favor the income tax say the silence doesn't automatically prohibit non-listed taxes.

[GailA]

MAKE PHONE CALLS they are flooded with email. Rep Todd told me on Tuesday he's getting 1,800 emails a day.

General Assembly On the left side of the page are these choices: Information, Senate, House, Joint, Bills and Other Links. These options should get you to any information you need including office numbers, phone numbers, email addresses, committee assignments, legislative bills, etc.

Toll Free calling 1-800-449-8366 + extension or call the switchboard at (615) 741-3011.

[wwjdn]

The appointments require legislative approval this year, and none is African-American

GOOD, the term African-american places allegance to Africa first, therefore, they are not American's. We need to face reality there is only one race. Stop giving special groups extra priveledges. Appoint based on merit only regardless of skin tone, hair color, etc.

[Mini-14]

Thanks for posting the article. Personally I find the alternating font styles to be a little distracting. I find it easier to follow the flow if everything is the same font and color.

[gunnedah]

The Democrats have the answer to all of this.Create more government jobs,brillant.Appoint more boards and commissions.

[Principled]

Thanks, GailA, for keeping us informed. I wish you well in your fight. This is a microcosm of the entire nation. While many states (and obviously the feds) already have an income tax, your fight to keep control of your government is inspiring. It may indeed lead to real, fundmental tax reform everywhere.

Giving your pols the income tax is giving up your freedom. Don't let it happen.