I don't mind paying taxes but an income tax in this state will do nothing but kill the economy.  A sales tax will hit citizens and tourists alike, increasing revenue without hurting those who live here.  Tiered income taxes do nothing but help those who make little and hurt those that make a decent wage.  I am a middle class citizen that makes a decent wage through hard work and determination.  I earned what I have, is it fair to punish me because I worked hard to make a livable wage for me and my family?  I think not.  A sales tax would cover the bases evenly.  If i have more money and i CHOOSE spend more then i will be taxed accordingly.  If i don't have much and i don't spend much then i will be taxed accordingly.  Of course I would rather not see a tax at all and have the government act responsible and cut spending first.