Some retailers claim to be losing business to large online shops (such as Amazon) that do not charge sales tax. The Retailers Association of Massachusetts is now fighting for a bill that will require online merchants to collect sales taxes. Do you think this is a good idea?
No: 79%
Yes: 12%
Unsure: 9%
Comments:
“We need a level playing field!”
“Why not cut spending and quit trying to raise every tax they think they can get away with.”
“I think there should be a National Sales Tax on “borderless” online companies. This would raise revenue for the Feds and help local brick and mortar stores compete.”
“The answer is no. And our Constitution backs that.”
