Question

How did the government try to influence citizen’s views of paying income tax?

Answer 1

The federal government has determined that actions need to be taken to encourage citizens to purchase homes and boost economic growth

Answer 2

As in the Civil War, Congress turned to the income tax to quickly raise large amounts of revenue. In 1917, Congress lowered the standard exemption to $1,000 for individuals thus expanding the taxpayer pool. At the same time, the lawmakers increased the base tax rate from 1 percent to 2 percent.