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Politics : Ask Michael Burke -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: MythMan who wrote (35618)	11/9/1998 2:12:00 PM
From: IceShark	Respond to of 132070

A tax system characterized by a narrow base, and a weak tax administration has restricted the degree of fiscal maneuver. Since 1997, the government has made a concerted effort to increase tax revenues and to improve the time profile of its domestic debt. Reforms to the tax code, and a committed effort to increase tax compliance, have resulted in the highest tax ratio in 18 years (9.4% of GDP). Yup, having a couple 18 year old troops stick an automatic barrel up your nose does wonders, whether you owe the taxes or not. The term rummy country was invented for that place. Although, to be fair, it's not too bad if you don't have to deal with the government or rebels / bandits. Regards, Ice