Is tax a drag on the economy? | Ask an Economist

Welcome to Australia Institute's Ask an Economist -- with Matt Grudnoff, senior economist at the Australia Institute, and Richard Denniss, chief economist at the Australia Institute. In this episode, Richard and Matt answer the question: "Is tax a drag on the economy?" Don't forget to send in your questions! // Email a voice memo to [email protected] with 'Ask an Economist' in the subject line. ***** The Australia Institute makes our content FREE, but it is not free to make -- if you'd like to donate to The Australia Institute, visit: http://theaus.in/donate​​​​​​ The Australia Institute relies on the generosity of people who care about research that matters. All donations to our Research Fund help support the Australia Institute’s original research that contributes to a more just, sustainable and peaceful society. Every donation you make of $2 or more is tax-deductible (Australia).