| On Tax Day, Alaskan families are reeling from the consequences of the unpopular Big, Ugly Bill after Nick Begich prioritized permanent tax cuts for the ultra-wealthy over lowering costs for hardworking families.
REMINDER: Most Americans say the taxes they paid this year are “too high.” The Big Ugly reality is that Begich’s signature legislative achievement provides more in tax breaks to the top 1% than to the bottom 80% COMBINED, and is expected to raise taxes on the poorest 40% of Americans.
Rather than distance themselves from the least popular law in modern American history, Begich and House Republicans are embracing it—despite the fact that their constituents are stuck dealing with rising gas prices, out-of-control utility costs, and massive cuts to Medicaid and food assistance programs.
DCCC Spokesperson Anna Elsasser:
“Nick Begich is lying to Alaskans if he says this is a win for anyone other than billionaire backers. While Begich’s billionaire donors celebrate Tax Day in DC, Alaska families continue to struggle with the cost of living crisis and won’t forget this betrayal when they head to the ballot box.” |
