You have many hard-working wage earners in your industry, as well. They're working extremely hard to feed their families. Many of them have been through a very difficult time, whether they're coming off layoffs or, if they're commission-based, they've seen their commissions dramatically decrease. It's extremely challenging.
Do you think it's fair to them to increase their payroll taxes starting January 1, which means they will keep less of their paycheques just as they're coming out of an extremely difficult time? Is it fair that the government will price-gouge individuals to work or do you think it would be more beneficial to let them keep more of their dollars? They've worked so hard and have been through such a difficult time.