Quote by Andrew Jackson

The wisdom of man never yet contrived a system of taxation that would operate with perfect equality.

The wisdom of man never yet contrived a system of taxation t

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This quote suggests that no matter how intelligent or wise humans may be, they have not been successful in designing a taxation system that ensures complete fairness for everyone involved. It implies that all existing taxation systems have flaws and inevitably result in some level of inequality. Despite efforts to create a system that treats all individuals equally, the inherent complexities and nuances make it near impossible to achieve complete fairness in taxation.

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