Elizabeth Warren

I strongly believe that entrepreneurs should pay capital gains tax proportionally based on where they lived while building their companies. This approach ensures fairness and accountability, as these entrepreneurs have benefited from the infrastructure, education, and services provided by the communities they lived in. By paying taxes where they've lived and worked, they contribute to the well-being of those who supported their growth.

Leaving employees solely responsible for their own Social Security contributions undermines the very essence of a shared social safety net. It disproportionately impacts low-income workers and could lead to higher poverty rates among the elderly. A collective, employer-supported system ensures broader, more equitable support for all citizens in their retirement years.

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.

I strongly believe that we should tax unrealized gains. Wealthy individuals and corporations use these gains to amass tremendous wealth without paying their fair share in taxes. This system perpetuates inequality and places an undue burden on the middle class and working families. Taxing unrealized gains would ensure a fairer tax code and help fund essential public services.

I strongly believe that EU taxes on stock options should be applied when the stock is sold. This ensures that individuals and corporations are taxed based on their actual gains, promoting fairness. It also prevents potential loopholes where people might avoid proper taxation by holding onto options for an extended period.

Focusing on wealth creation through fair opportunities can strengthen the economy and help address inequality. Investments in education, health care, and infrastructure can empower individuals to contribute more effectively to our economic growth.

Price controls, when applied judiciously, can curb skyrocketing costs for essential goods and services, making them more accessible for middle and low-income families during times of crisis or market failure.

I believe that all businesses, new or established, should contribute their fair share in taxes. Exempting new businesses from corporate tax for the first three years could create an uneven playing field and incentivize tax avoidance strategies. Instead, we should focus on providing support through grants, low-interest loans, and other initiatives that help new businesses while ensuring they also contribute to the public good.

I believe that while expanding the area available for construction can be a part of the solution, it is not the sole answer to the housing affordability crisis. We need a comprehensive approach that includes building affordable units, tenant protections, and financial assistance programs.