Kansas Policy Tax Effort Under Sam Brownback: Lessons Learned

Dave Trabert joins Jeff Hunt on the Frontier Freedom Hour to discuss the tax and spending policies implemented in Kansas under Governor Sam Brownback. Trabert explains that Brownback's initial proposal was a $350 million tax cut over five years, but it was eventually increased to $1 billion by the Senate. Despite concerns about reduced government revenue, Trabert argues that reducing spending is the key to reducing taxes and promoting economic growth. He points out that states with lower spending levels have seen greater job growth and GDP growth compared to states with higher spending. Trabert also challenges the notion that cutting taxes will lead to a decline in essential services, citing examples of states like Florida and Texas that have successfully provided quality services while spending less per resident. He emphasizes that scare tactics ...