I bet you rely on the abusive tax system for your income. It always comes down to pocketbooks. People vote to keep their paychecks coming. Problem is, too many paychecks now come from the federal government. A change in the income stream must be a frightening thought for government dependents. But a flat rate need not result in a diminishment of that stream.

At any rate, the IRS needs to go. Their methods are reminiscent of old King George's. Abusive, lawless.