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I'm generally opposed to sales taxes of any form, as they, by their very nature, disproportionately affect the poor and lowers the rate of consumption (which consequently lowers the multiplier effect of fiscal stimulus, etc.)

While I am sure the Democrats in Chicago will defend themselves by saying that these things are just entertainment and not a necessity, I still think it's a bad idea.