A conversation about how America pays for what it needsThis is not only a question about economics. It is an invitation to think honestly about where America is, what we have available, and whether our real constraint is what we are capable of building together.
Come hear the idea, question it, challenge it, and help determine whether it deserves to move forward.
You are not being asked to accept a finished proposal or arrive with a particular position.
Agreement is not required. Honest participation is.
America currently relies heavily on taxes placed directly on income, work, business activity, and condumption.
The unburden America spropsal asks whether a very small charge on the movement of money through the financial system could help fund the government while reducing the burden placed directly on people and business.
The event iswhere that idea is introduced, examined, questioned,and challenged in public.
Agreement is not required. Honest participation is.
Find an upcoming conversation and click the event for the time, location, Zoom link, host information, and instructions for attending.
No separate registration page is necessary unless a particular host or venue requires registration.
1. We Open the QuestionThe host introduces the question of whether America has enough money moving through its economy to fund government differently.
2. We Introduce the IdeaParticipants hear the basic Unburden America proposal and what it could potentially make possible.
3. We Test It TogetherQuestions, objections, concerns, alternatives, and improvements are welcomed.
4. We Consider What Comes Next
Participants can decide whether they want to follow the work, join the Unburden America prelaunch, attend another conversation, or help bring the discussion to others.
You do not need to be an economist, policy professional, activist, or member of a political organization.
You may arrive convinced that the system must change.
You may doubt that this proposal can work.
You may simply want to understand what is being suggested.
The conversation is stronger when different perspectives are present.
These conversations can be held through:
We can help shape the format, provide supporting material, promote the event, and participate in the conversation.
ASK ABOUT HOSTING A CONVERSATIONThose who want to continue can join the Unburden America prelaunch.You will receive updates and an invitation to create an account, where you can access the proposal, supporting evidence, policy materials, and the work as it develops.
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