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Raising taxes on the superrich is popular with voters. So why is it so hard to get done?
The article highlights that while there is public support for raising taxes on the wealthiest individuals in the U.S., implementing such policies remains politically challenging. It notes that Americans are divided on many issues but show consensus on taxing billionaires.
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