I have some concerns about the privacy precedent requiring disclosures would set, since the argument that ‘you have nothing to hide so you don’t need privacy’ is so dangerous to the lives of the non …Read MoreI have some concerns about the privacy precedent requiring disclosures would set, since the argument that ‘you have nothing to hide so you don’t need privacy’ is so dangerous to the lives of the non-public majority. However, it would be a good move for the sake of accountability from those who ask for our trust and support. While requiring disclosure from the start might be too much, having some legal mechanism in place to require an individual public figure’s information be revealed if a compelling argument is supported by many people, or if a person passes a certain wealth threshold to the point that enforcing accountability is only prudent, might be a potential way to address the inherent problems here.Read Less
I said maybe due to privacy concerns and an individual not wanting to disclose that information which is completely valid in my opinion. But I do see the other side of the argument being that if they …Read MoreI said maybe due to privacy concerns and an individual not wanting to disclose that information which is completely valid in my opinion. But I do see the other side of the argument being that if they have nothing to hide, then why do they not disclose that information to the public.Read Less
I originally planned to select “yes,” but after reading the comments, I ultimately chose “maybe.” I don’t believe anyone should be forced to release private information. However, I do think …Read MoreI originally planned to select “yes,” but after reading the comments, I ultimately chose “maybe.” I don’t believe anyone should be forced to release private information. However, I do think politicians should be strongly encouraged to do so, and if they choose not to, it should absolutely raise a red flag for voters.Read Less
I definitely think that when public figures and politicians disclose their tax returns it enhances trust, transparency, and accountability. However, I feel like public figures shouldn’t necessarily be …Read MoreI definitely think that when public figures and politicians disclose their tax returns it enhances trust, transparency, and accountability. However, I feel like public figures shouldn’t necessarily be forced to do this. Traditionally for politicians and presidents, disclosing private tax information is voluntary. I agree with another individual on here who brought up a great point that if a candidate chooses not to disclose this information, it raises a red flag for the voters.Read Less
It should up to them because it can be a violation of privacy. But if politicians did this, I think it would greatly benefit voters because it would allow them to more fully comprehend the financial …Read MoreIt should up to them because it can be a violation of privacy. But if politicians did this, I think it would greatly benefit voters because it would allow them to more fully comprehend the financial situation of the people they are electing.Read Less
As a public figure seeking to represent us, a presidential candidate should be held to a high standard of transparency, especially regarding their tax returns. If they have nothing to hide, then’ …Read MoreAs a public figure seeking to represent us, a presidential candidate should be held to a high standard of transparency, especially regarding their tax returns. If they have nothing to hide, then what’s the issue? The public is the one fundamentally changing the candidate’s life by granting them executive power. While our lives may not change as drastically, we are the sovereign people. In exchange for entrusting them with such authority, it is only fair that we have full visibility into their financial dealings.Read Less
Many democracies implement some form of disclosure requirements, including the Nordic countries, the UK, and several states. Given the importance of transparency of representative politicians, I …Read MoreMany democracies implement some form of disclosure requirements, including the Nordic countries, the UK, and several states. Given the importance of transparency of representative politicians, I believe tax disclosures would be a good idea. Of course, I think sensitive information about a public figure’s loved ones should be kept private as well, even if the public figure themselves discloses their tax returns.Read Less
Yes, especially politicians, If they have nothing to hide, I see no reason why they would mind doing so.
Yes, if someone stands to profit from our engagement, we should be able to see that they are contributing fairly.
I have some concerns about the privacy precedent requiring disclosures would set, since the argument that ‘you have nothing to hide so you don’t need privacy’ is so dangerous to the lives of the non …Read MoreI have some concerns about the privacy precedent requiring disclosures would set, since the argument that ‘you have nothing to hide so you don’t need privacy’ is so dangerous to the lives of the non-public majority. However, it would be a good move for the sake of accountability from those who ask for our trust and support. While requiring disclosure from the start might be too much, having some legal mechanism in place to require an individual public figure’s information be revealed if a compelling argument is supported by many people, or if a person passes a certain wealth threshold to the point that enforcing accountability is only prudent, might be a potential way to address the inherent problems here. Read Less
I said maybe due to privacy concerns and an individual not wanting to disclose that information which is completely valid in my opinion. But I do see the other side of the argument being that if they …Read MoreI said maybe due to privacy concerns and an individual not wanting to disclose that information which is completely valid in my opinion. But I do see the other side of the argument being that if they have nothing to hide, then why do they not disclose that information to the public. Read Less
I originally planned to select “yes,” but after reading the comments, I ultimately chose “maybe.” I don’t believe anyone should be forced to release private information. However, I do think …Read MoreI originally planned to select “yes,” but after reading the comments, I ultimately chose “maybe.” I don’t believe anyone should be forced to release private information. However, I do think politicians should be strongly encouraged to do so, and if they choose not to, it should absolutely raise a red flag for voters. Read Less
I definitely think that when public figures and politicians disclose their tax returns it enhances trust, transparency, and accountability. However, I feel like public figures shouldn’t necessarily be …Read MoreI definitely think that when public figures and politicians disclose their tax returns it enhances trust, transparency, and accountability. However, I feel like public figures shouldn’t necessarily be forced to do this. Traditionally for politicians and presidents, disclosing private tax information is voluntary. I agree with another individual on here who brought up a great point that if a candidate chooses not to disclose this information, it raises a red flag for the voters. Read Less
Politicians, yeah. Otherwise, I don’t think so.
It should up to them because it can be a violation of privacy. But if politicians did this, I think it would greatly benefit voters because it would allow them to more fully comprehend the financial …Read MoreIt should up to them because it can be a violation of privacy. But if politicians did this, I think it would greatly benefit voters because it would allow them to more fully comprehend the financial situation of the people they are electing. Read Less
As a public figure seeking to represent us, a presidential candidate should be held to a high standard of transparency, especially regarding their tax returns. If they have nothing to hide, then’ …Read MoreAs a public figure seeking to represent us, a presidential candidate should be held to a high standard of transparency, especially regarding their tax returns. If they have nothing to hide, then what’s the issue? The public is the one fundamentally changing the candidate’s life by granting them executive power. While our lives may not change as drastically, we are the sovereign people. In exchange for entrusting them with such authority, it is only fair that we have full visibility into their financial dealings. Read Less
Many democracies implement some form of disclosure requirements, including the Nordic countries, the UK, and several states. Given the importance of transparency of representative politicians, I …Read MoreMany democracies implement some form of disclosure requirements, including the Nordic countries, the UK, and several states. Given the importance of transparency of representative politicians, I believe tax disclosures would be a good idea. Of course, I think sensitive information about a public figure’s loved ones should be kept private as well, even if the public figure themselves discloses their tax returns. Read Less