Quote by Lord Thomas Dewar

Nothing hurts more than having to pay an income tax, unless it is not having to pay an income tax.

Nothing hurts more than having to pay an income tax, unless

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This quote humorously highlights the conflicting feelings individuals have towards paying income tax. It suggests that while paying taxes may be financially burdensome and unwanted, the alternative of not having to pay any income tax may imply a lack of income or financial stability, which can be equally distressing. This quote encapsulates the ambivalence and frustration people often feel towards the requirement of paying taxes.

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