Tax, it isn't a dirty four letter word, however for many of united states its connotations are far worse than any bane. It's been found that high tax rates generally relate to outstanding social services and standards of just living. Developed countries, where the tax rate exceeds 40%, usually have free health care, free education, systems to nurture the elderly and a steeper life expectancy than individuals with lower tax rates. Remember, an individual exemption of $3650 is not deducted ...