Quote by Bill Gates

Me and my dad are the biggest promoters of an estate tax in the US. It's not a popular position.

Me and my dad are the biggest promoters of an estate tax in

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This quote expresses the speaker's belief that they and their father strongly advocate for the implementation of an estate tax in the United States, despite this stance not being widely supported among the public. An estate tax, also known as an inheritance or death tax, is a levy imposed on the value of an individual's estate after death. Despite the lack of popularity, the speaker and their father maintain their support for this tax, potentially due to their belief in its ability to address wealth inequality or fund public services.

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By Bill Gates

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