Washington's $849 Million Capital Gains Windfall Shows 'Taxing the Rich Is a Really Good Idea'

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Washington's $849 Million Capital Gains Windfall Shows 'Taxing the Rich Is a Really Good Idea'
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'Hey, hey! What we knew would happen: Make the wealthiest pay their fair share and it finances investments in education, transportation, and more,' said RepJayapal as figures show Washington state's capital gains tax could bring in $849 million this year.

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