The best tax rate? One clue. In 1774 the average American in the 13 colonies paid between one and two percent of their income in taxes. 1-2%. Seems reasonable.

The best tax rate?
One clue. In 1774 the average American in the 13 colonies paid between one and two percent of their income in taxes.
1-2%. Seems reasonable.
One rate. One time. No double taxation. Good target. https://t.co/Ac7iq1dZLg

— Grover Norquist (@GroverNorquist) November 23, 2017