Well its not actually everyone pays the same. Its whoever consumes the most, pays the most. But the food clothes and gas part would really hurt. And clearly wealthy people consume more. But they can afford to, and 23% would not hurt them near as much.

And Z, 23% was what the study suggested would be needed based on current consumption, and current federal taxes.

If it had to be done, I would leave food and clothes off the list. Gas, I could live with. I rode the bus for a number of months when my car broke down.

Candy not considered a food. Make those kids eat fruit. Man that would really save some teeth. And then, what exactly is Candy... ? and the whole mess starts up again.