Social Meme Thread v105: Good Guy With a Meme

[Horse Style]

That is dated. We no longer have a surplus. We have a massive deficit, but those Leftist drones that barely contribute are still thinking we do.

So they tax their citizens the most, have a deficit and is still among the states with the most homeless? Are they just directly stealing taxpayer money now?

 

[ColemanwastheGOAT]

 

[lifelessheap]

"California's state and local government debt is approximately $1.6 trillion, which is about $125,000 per household. This is higher than the annual GDP of all but 13 countries. California has the largest state debt burden in the country, with Californians carrying $4,679 per person."

 

[Horse Style]

That is dated. We no longer have a surplus. We have a massive deficit, but those Leftist drones that barely contribute are still thinking we do.

"California's state and local government debt is approximately $1.6 trillion, which is about $125,000 per household. This is higher than the annual GDP of all but 13 countries. California has the largest state debt burden in the country, with Californians carrying $4,679 per person."

But CA is the state with the highest income tax:

https://www.hrblock.com/tax-center/irs/tax-brackets-and-rates/highest-lowest-taxed-states/

Highest taxed states​

When it comes to income tax, state tax rates vary. Some are on the higher side. In fact, the states with the highest tax in the U.S. in 2021 are:

• California (13.3%)
• Hawaii (11%)
• New Jersey (10.75%)
• Oregon (9.9%)
• Minnesota (9.85%)
• District of Columbia (8.95%)
• New York (8.82%)
• Vermont (8.75%)
• Iowa (8.53%)
• Wisconsin (7.65%)

Income Tax by State: Which Has the Highest and Lowest Taxes?

Get a detailed overview of how income tax varies by state. Learn which states have the highest and lowest taxes and how this impacts your finances.

turbotax.intuit.com

Key Takeaways​

• For 2023, states with high income tax rates include California at 13.3%, Hawaii at 11%, and New York at 10.9%, with several others not far behind.
• Tax-free living? Eight states say 'yes' to no personal income tax, including Alaska, Florida, and Nevada, to name a few.
• Sales tax — a significant factor: Tennessee (9.548%) and Louisiana (9.547%) lead with the highest combined state and local sales taxes.
• Seeking lower total sales taxes? Delaware, Montana, and New Hampshire residents enjoy a rate of 0%.

 

[Chesten_Hesten]

 

[HARRISON_3]

 

[N13]

 

[GearSolidMetal]

 

[Whippy McGee]

So they tax their citizens the most, have a deficit and is still among the states with the most homeless? Are they just directly stealing taxpayer money now?

Pretty much... they just announced another .50 a gallon gas tax. It's insane.

 

[king hippo]

 

[My Spot]

Pretty much... they just announced another .50 a gallon gas tax. It's insane.

How the fuck does one state go from a $100 billion surplus to a $73 billion deficit in roughly three years? Unless it was just on paper.
And states lose out on gas tax revenue the more fuel efficient cars get and the more hybrids and electrics that are on the road. Wouldn't be surprised to start seeing VMT taxes in the near future in some states.

 

[GearSolidMetal]

I hope their bodies are found with one on top of the other.

 

[GearSolidMetal]

 

[K1levelgrappler]

 

[lifelessheap]

How the fuck does one state go from a $100 billion surplus to a $73 billion deficit in roughly three years? Unless it was just on paper.
And states lose out on gas tax revenue the more fuel efficient cars get and the more hybrids and electrics that are on the road. Wouldn't be surprised to start seeing VMT taxes in the near future in some states.

Huh. Here is literally ONE issue.

"Audit finds California spent $24B on homelessness in 5 years, didn't consistently track outcomes. California spent $24 billion to tackle homelessness over the past five years but didn't consistently track whether the huge outlay of public money actually improved the situation, according to state audit released Tuesday.Apr 9, 2024."

The amount they spend on illegals is mind bending too. The spending never ends.

 

[lifelessheap]

I hope their bodies are found with one on top of the other.

 

[GtehMVP]

 

[GearSolidMetal]

 

[king hippo]

 

[GearSolidMetal]