Would the USA be able to function without income tax?

Personally, in the state of the Nation at this time I'd have to say a resounding NO! The reason? Because we are in too much debt!!! read more

Yes, the US would be able to function without an income tax but the changes required would be transformational. Personal income tax makes up about 60% of the federal revenues, netting around $2–2.4 trillion/year. read more

Yes, it can function without an income tax. Prior to February 3rd 1913, the U.S. government couldn’t collect income tax. The passing of the 16th amendment allowed the federal government to do so. read more

America functioned very well without an income tax throughout the history of this Republic. The answer to the question of funding without a direct tax is found is Article 1, Section 9 of the Constitution since 1787. read more