Lower Taxes
Keep more of what you earn. No VAT. Lower income tax. Real take-home pay.
Britain has the highest tax burden in 70 years. Income tax, National Insurance, VAT, Council Tax, fuel duty-the British state takes nearly half of everything you earn. Americans keep far more of their money.
No VAT
The United States has no national sales tax equivalent to VAT. While some states have modest sales taxes (averaging around 6-7%), there is nothing like the 20% VAT that Britain adds to almost everything you buy. Every purchase, every bill, every transaction-20% gone before you even notice.
Income Tax Comparison
Britain's top income tax rate kicks in at just £125,140. In America, federal income tax rates are generally lower, and many states have no state income tax at all. Texas, Florida, Nevada, Tennessee-zero state income tax.
"The average British family pays over £1,000 per month in taxes they would not pay in America."
What Statehood Means
As the 51st state, British citizens would be subject to US federal tax rates and whatever state taxes Britain chose to implement. Even with state taxes, the total burden would be dramatically lower than today.
Imagine keeping an extra £500-1,000 every month. That's not a fantasy-it's what Americans already experience. Lower taxes mean more money for families, more investment, and more economic growth.