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Yes there are other sources of revenue. People are permitted to just send in money for example. The gov also collects money for things it sells - like land. And there is no reason that the gov cannot sell services provided that it does not compete with those in the private market who also sell that service. Your example of printing money is also an example and I agree that it is not a wise move.

It is true that recently you have defended your claim that when you say raise taxes you do not mean raise rates. But if you were to look back at your earlier posts you would see that originally you were talking about raising rates and your change has been so slow and subtle that what is required is a statement clarifying your position. In fact your change has been so slow and subtle that to many it may look as if you have been convinced to change your mind but are merely not able to admit it.

You have attempted to tell us that you would like to see revenue increased through more taxes. so tell us what those taxes would look like and how they would not be examples of raising rates. I know your have been asked this before and you have answered. But imo your answers need to be refined.