Saving Our Economy: Colorado’s Stand Against Federal Income Tax

It’s time to prioritize averting an economic collapse in every state legislature, and Colorado should lead the way. We’re facing an undue financial burden imposed by the current White House Administration and the Federal Reserve, which controls interest rates, and it’s taking a toll on hardworking American citizens.

Here’s a compelling thought: It’s high time we reconsider the federal income tax that directly taxes individuals and companies. Let’s relieve the pressure on our already overburdened population.

First, let’s rewind to the founding principles of our Constitution. The framers never intended for the federal government to directly tax the American people. The 16th Amendment, passed in 1913, allowed the government to levy a direct tax on individual income through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).  This was an a State rights violations.   This expansion of federal power was not in line with the framers’ vision, where Congress was meant to call for sums of money necessary for the United States’ service, and the states would contribute as per their obligation under Article 1 Section 2 of the Constitution.

The framers left the state governments with the right of INTERNAL taxation, focusing on EXTERNAL taxation for the national government. This distinction made sense, ensuring that the states retained control over their resources.

The federal government’s power to tax directly, introduced through Amendment 16, is in direct conflict with the framers’ intent, as they emphasized the states’ sovereignty and their ability to prevent federal overspending.

As we turn to the Federalist Papers, we find that the strength of our republic lies with the people, and state governments play a crucial role in safeguarding their interests. Amendment 16 contradicts this principle by consolidating states into one national sovereignty and stripping them of their independent taxing authority.

It’s time to challenge Amendment 16’s validity and bring it in line with our founding principles. By legislating that Colorado citizens no longer have to pay federal income taxes, we will inevitably create a conflict with the federal government. However, this conflict can lead to a Supreme Court opinion on the amendment’s constitutionality, ultimately ensuring a fair and just outcome.

Let’s take a stand for Colorado citizens and our economy. Let’s legislate an end to federal income taxes in our state to protect our citizens from financial losses during these challenging economic times. The time for action is now!”