Discover the untold story of America's original tax system-and what we lost when it changed.
Long before April 15th became a dreaded date on the calendar, the U.S. government ran and thrived without income taxes. In Before the IRS: The Forgotten History of Tariffs, Prosperity, and Tax-Free Government, you'll uncover the forgotten history of how tariffs-not personal income-once funded a growing, prosperous nation. This eye-opening book traces the rise and fall of a tax-free era, revealing how America's founders designed a system of limited government, balanced budgets, and booming industry-powered almost entirely by import duties.
From the debates of the Founding Fathers to the transformative events that led to the creation of the IRS in 1913, this book explores the political battles, economic philosophies, and hidden motivations that reshaped American finance. Along the way, you'll meet forgotten figures, learn surprising truths about U.S. history, and see how past choices continue to shape today's tax debates.
Whether you're a student of history, a lover of liberty, or simply tired of filing taxes, Before the IRS offers a thought-provoking journey into a time when the American government taxed goods-not people.
Part history, part economics, and all eye-opening.
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