The Republicans refused to support taxes on telephone service and real estate sales.
Parents of school-age children tend to give him the hardest time, often saying they support higher taxes if the money goes to schools.
The Liberals also support limited government, low taxes, and a high degree of economic freedom.
But most politicians have steered clear of supporting higher taxes or lower benefits.
Over the last fifteen years, both parties have supported lower taxes on investment income.
To conservatives, a liberal these days is someone who doesn't support cutting taxes.
The Democrats can readily agree and use the argument to support higher taxes.
Do you think that the public sector may have a role, and would you support higher taxes to fund such research?
"The rents simply do not support such taxes," he said.
He supported higher taxes on insurance companies and the oil and gas industry.