Brakeyshia R. Samms (she/her) (@brakeyshiasamms) 's Twitter Profile
Brakeyshia R. Samms (she/her)

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Unapologetic Fiscal Policy Wonk @iteptweets working for a tax code that pursues racial equity, provides economic justice, & produces adequate revenue. My views.

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Even with this second trump administration, lawmakers must keep in mind: fighting racial injustice should still be one of the focal points of this year’s #tax debates. Here's a thread on my thoughts. (1/x) #Congress #Tax itep.org/trump-and-cong…

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NEW: Tesla, the most valuable automaker in the world, did not pay any federal income tax last year. The company reported $0 in federal income tax on $2 billion of U.S. income in 2024. Tesla avoided almost all federal income tax over the past three years. itep.org/tesla-reported…

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New blog w/Carl Davis on PRC where we find that aspects of federal and state #tax policies have helped create the vast racial #retirement wealth gap in place today. We offer guiding principles for lawmakers to use for this year's tax debates. …sionresearchcouncil.wharton.upenn.edu/blog/policymak…

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The opportunity exists to use this year’s federal tax fight to reduce racial inequality. The real question is: Will lawmakers take it? itep.org/trump-and-cong…

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When it comes to non-Social Security retirement wealth, white households held: - 5 times more than Latino households - 7 times more than Black households Here we look at ways to shrink the retiree racial wealth gap. itep.org/policymakers-c…

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Brakeyshia R. Samms (she/her) has the blueprint for an economy that serves the people and over a decade of racial equity tax analysis that will help get us there. Register here: oxfam.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

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NEW: 1 policy change can boost state tax revenues by nearly $19 billion by cracking down on corporate tax avoidance. Worldwide combined reporting eliminates corporations' ability to shift income to subsidiaries in other states & countries. itep.org/worldwide-comb…

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This budget resolution is a win for the rich and a threat to public services. Republicans have no way to pay for the massive tax cuts promised by Trump other than to dismantle fundamental parts of the government and increase the federal budget deficit. itep.org/house-budget-r…

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I’m sad to share the news that my mom Carolyn passed away on Tuesday. I’m glad I was able to tell her goodbye. I am taking a break from professional activities to focus on celebrating her life and thinking about this new chapter of mine. Thanks for any thoughts and prayers.