Pew poll: 6 in 10 Americans say they pay too much in taxes, especially top earners
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Aimee Picchi
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A Pew Research Center poll reveals that six in 10 Americans believe they pay more than their fair share in taxes, with the sentiment strongest among top earners. This belief has grown in recent years despite tax cuts for various groups. Only one-third of Americans feel they pay the right amount as the April 15 tax filing deadline approaches.
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· 4 pulledMost Americans say they believe they are paying more than their fair share
That belief has become more widespread in recent years, despite new tax cuts for everyone from seniors to
Six in 10 Americans say they pay more than their fair share in taxes, recent polling shows
Only one-third believe they pay the right amount
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