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Mitch Albom
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Columnist, Detroit Free Press
Detroit
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By Mitch Albom Verified| Detroit Free Press Verified Taxes are a pervasive topic in current American discourse, impacting everything from trade policy to individual tax returns. The history of taxation dates to ancient times, with systems evolving over centuries to encompass a wide range of goods and services. Unusual taxes have been levied throughout history, including taxes on windows in Britain and taxes on bagels in New York, if they are cut. If aliens were to land in America today, they would assume our biggest preoccupation was taxes.
By Mitch Albom Verified| Yahoo Sports Verified If aliens were to land in America today, they would assume our biggest preoccupation was taxes. After all, President Donald Trump’s tariff policy, which is a tax on goods coming into this country, was all anyone talked about last week. It sent the stock market on a five-day ride that would leave a fighter pilot nauseous. AdvertisementMeanwhile, Congress is getting ready to battle over extending the 2018 tax cuts this week.
By Mitch Albom Verified| Detroit Free Press Verified Taxes are a pervasive topic in current American discourse, impacting everything from trade policy to individual tax returns. The history of taxation dates to ancient times, with systems evolving over centuries to encompass a wide range of goods and services. Unusual taxes have been levied throughout history, including taxes on windows in Britain and taxes on bagels in New York, if they are cut. If aliens were to land in America today, they would assume our biggest preoccupation was taxes.
Company Info
Detroit Free Press
The Detroit Free Press is a historic daily newspaper based in Detroit, Michigan, and is recognized as one of the most widely circulated newspapers in the United States. Founded on May 5, 1831, it is Michigan’s oldest continuously operating newspaper and became the state’s first daily newspaper in 1835. The Free Press has a rich history, including significant contributions to Michigan’s statehood and notable Civil War coverage. The newspaper offers daily and Sunday print editions, providing local, national, and international news. It also features digital journalism with online articles and multimedia content. Historical issues from 1837 to 2025 are accessible through various digital archives. The Free Press has a long-standing tradition of specialized sections, including women’s reporting and columns by prominent figures. It operates under a joint agreement with the Detroit News, sharing printing and business operations while maintaining independent editorial teams.
Detroit, Michigan, United States
+1 800-522-4700
Founded: 1831