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The Savant

On the Cover: Taxing Propositions If Our Income Tax Is so Cumbersome, What Other Tax Options Do We Have? by Sara Aase In ancient times, kings collected taxes in the form of forced labor, food, and precious metals. As societies evolved, the reasons for taxes, such as providing protection or building more public infrastructure, grew more complex.

Back Taxes What Can Past Tax Reforms Teach Us About the Current Debate? by Leyla Kokmen From implementing a flat tax to eliminating the income tax, proposals for tax reform can seem both boundless and bewildering. But we can learn a great deal about the current debate—and get a sense of where future reform may be headed—if we take a look at tax history.

On the Front Lines Strengthening the Community of Women-Owned Businesses by Kevin Kirsch Virginia Harn has a clear mission that encompasses personal goals as well as a broader vision for the community and workplace. Two years ago she became involved with the College of St. Catherine’s International Institute for Women Entrepreneurs (IIWE), a program that helps build the networks of women in business.