California taxes

Often times states are used as experiments for new ways of doing things. California is an example of what to expect if redistribution of income on a grand scale will work. The population of the state is 40 million and 150,000 individuals pay 50% of the state income tax. The state has the highest income tax rate in the country but it is woefully inadequate. The census measures factors in housing costs and well being with programs like food stamps and housing assistance. Altogether, the state government has made life for poor and middle class Californians nearly unbearable. While many claim the state is progressive it remains number one in poverty and inequality. California is like any other place in that there are too many poor and too few rich. Good jobs is the best equalizer not more benefits.