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Time for tax overhaul? Now.

The Capitol in Washington, at dawn.
The Capitol in Washington, at dawn. AP

Yes, there is a great need for tax reform, and the time could not be better to get it going.

Of course, some need it more than others, but we can all work together and perform this chore. This is not a pleasing task, and there will be some disappointments. As is the usual case, we can’t please everyone.

That’s the secret – “working together”!

Personally, I think we are on a roll and will be able to satisfy a great many folks. If we don’t give it a try, we will never know what works and what does not.

Let’s be positive on what has been suggested, make improvements where needed and make tax overhaul our No. 1 priority.

Joan Shirey

Bradenton

This story was originally published November 8, 2017 at 2:49 PM with the headline "Time for tax overhaul? Now.."

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