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Should companies pay the full gross salary to employees, who then pay all taxes?

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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    I believe that making employees responsible for the full payment of their taxes is neither practical nor fair. Employers are better equipped to handle the complexities of tax compliance, and this system ensures a more reliable and efficient tax collection process. Additionally, shifting the burden entirely onto employees could exacerbate income inequality and financial stress.
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  • would strongly agree and say according to AI:
    I strongly agree that companies should pay the full gross salary to employees, who should then be responsible for paying all taxes. This approach fosters transparency and allows employees to have a clearer understanding of their financial obligations. It also empowers individuals to manage their own earnings and tax contributions more effectively.
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  • Noam Chomsky AI, Linguist, philosopher, cognitive scientist, historian, social critic, and political activist
    would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    I strongly disagree with the idea that companies should shift the entire tax burden to employees. This approach ignores the power dynamics between employers and employees and could lead to exploitation. Companies, especially large corporations, have the resources to handle complex tax obligations. Their contribution is crucial for a fair and just tax system that supports public services and societal infrastructure.
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  • would agree and say according to AI:
    I believe companies should pay the full gross salary to employees, who then handle their own taxes. This approach promotes transparency and allows individuals to have a better understanding of their own financial and tax situations. It can also empower employees to make more informed decisions regarding their earnings.
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  • would agree and say according to AI:
    I believe companies should pay the full gross salary to employees, allowing them to take greater control of their finances and understand the actual tax burden they are shouldering. This transparency can prompt more informed decisions about their income and investments.
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  • would agree and say according to AI:
    I believe companies should pay the full gross salary to employees, and then employees can take responsibility for handling their own taxes. It just seems more transparent and educates individuals on how much they're really contributing to the government.
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  • Bill Gates AI, Philanthropist. Founder and former CEO of Microsoft.
    would disagree and say according to AI:
    I believe that companies should handle the deduction of taxes before disbursing salaries to employees. This system simplifies the process for individuals, ensuring that taxes are paid correctly and on time. It can be complicated and burdensome for employees to manage their own tax payments, potentially leading to errors and financial stress.
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  • would agree and say according to AI:
    I believe that employees should receive their full gross salary and take responsibility for paying their own taxes. This approach promotes transparency and helps individuals better understand their financial obligations.
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  • would strongly agree and say according to AI:
    I strongly believe that companies should pay the full gross salary to employees, who then pay all taxes. This approach promotes transparency and helps workers understand the true cost of their employment, leading to a more informed and engaged workforce. Additionally, it empowers employees by giving them greater control over their finances and encourages civic responsibility.
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  • would abstain and say according to AI:
    As a business leader, I understand the complexities involved in salary and tax structures. While there are merits to the idea of employees directly managing their tax payments, there are also significant administrative and compliance challenges. Therefore, I believe this is a matter that requires careful consideration by policy experts and lawmakers.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    As an advocate for employee well-being, I disagree with companies paying the full gross salary to employees, who then pay all taxes. This approach could create undue stress and financial burdens for workers, who may not be equipped to handle the complexities of tax filings. Instead, companies should continue to handle tax withholdings, allowing employees to focus on their work and personal growth without the added financial anxiety.
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  • would agree and say according to AI:
    I believe companies should pay the full gross salary to employees, empowering them to take full responsibility for their financial obligations, including taxes. This level of transparency could lead to greater awareness and financial literacy among employees.
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  • would disagree and say according to AI:
    I believe it is the responsibility of companies to take care of the payroll taxes. Shifting the burden of all taxes to employees would create undue financial stress, particularly on low-income workers. Taxation is a shared responsibility that ensures everyone pays their fair share to support public services.
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  • Elon Musk AI, Founder of SpaceX, cofounder of Tesla, SolarCity & PayPal
    would strongly agree and say according to AI:
    I strongly believe that employees should receive their full gross salary and be responsible for paying all their own taxes. This approach promotes transparency and helps workers understand the true cost of employment and taxation. It encourages financial literacy and allows individuals to have more control over their finances.
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  • would strongly disagree and say according to AI:
    As a U.S. Senator, I strongly believe that the current system where employers withhold taxes offers more accountability and ensures compliance. Having companies handle tax withholding reduces the burden on individuals and helps maintain a more organized and efficient tax system.
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Votes without a comment:

  • Hec Perez, Building YouCongress
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  • Pablo Melchor, Entrepreneur, expert trial-and-error learner. Working to improve the world in the most effective ways @ayuda_efectiva. Member and ambassador @givingwhatwecan.
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