Wealth Taxes Are Proven Failures. Will California Take Note?
Reason Magazine • 2/5/2026 – 2/6/2026
Summary
Wealth taxes in advanced economies have often been narrowed or repealed due to disappointing revenue outcomes, tax avoidance, capital flight, and costly administrative battles. The article questions whether California will take note of these proven failures.
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