Do you think a 70% tax rate will crush the economy?
Elect Obama, pay a 70% tax rate. It's scary, but it's definitely possible. Remember to triple the amounts of the tax table under the Carter administration to bring it to present day values.
A 50% tax rate will and that is more accurate. Top rate 40% then figure in state and local taxes, property taxes, sales taxes, and whatever other taxes they charge. Like the taxes on your electric, gas and cable bill.