The Fair Tax Act of 2013

Posted: December 10th, 2013

3. Explain and discuss social conditions surrounding this proposal. (Why is/was such legislation being considered? Why is it an issue?)
•Economic, political, technological, and social factors

4. Identify and discuss any possible historical links you see regarding previous public policy in the United States.
•Is there a connection, why should citizens not be surprised by such a proposal? Does this legislation have any previous history in this governing body (i.e. has it been introduced before? Is your legislation an amendment to previously enacted law?)

5. Identify two players who have/would support this proposal.
•Who are they? Who do they represent?
•Identify their positions on this proposal.
•Identify arguments each player would use to support their position.
•At least one quote is recommended.
•Who is the sponsor of this bill/proposal? Position?

6. Identify two players who have/would oppose this proposal.
•Who are they? Who do they represent?
•Identify their positions on this proposal.
•Identify arguments each player would use to support their position.
•At least one quote is recommended.

7. Social Justice: Is this a social justice issue and what is the likelihood of collective action?
•What value(s) are supported by this proposal and how do they fit with the conceptions of social justice?