Born on Third Base Blogpost
My impression of Born on Third Base was intriguing in how Chucks Collin dissects the major issues of income inequality. I was not hooked right away after reading the first chapter. However, my impression quickly changed as I read further into his discussion about income equality and the source of where it comes from. The chapter “I didn’t do it alone” is one of my favorite chapters from the book because it provides a deeper perspective of how successful people did not achieve their goals all by themselves. Collins makes a great point about how it is a necessary requirement to pay taxes including estate and income taxes because it bolsters the success of many people. The tax laws and bills that required people to contribute to society played a major role in stimulating our economy. I enjoyed reading this chapter because it makes you think twice when you hear people complaining about paying taxes. Collins makes a strong argument that without taxes these wealthy people would not be wher