A tax means less money to spend on things you like. Oh sure, the services are supposedly there, but many people, whether in a high tax country like Canada or a low tax country like the United States, see taxes as evil, unnecessary or both.
Governments can rise or fall on their tax policies.
Well, they have. It's called gambling. In an attempt to boost their sagging fortunes, cities and racetracks are making heavy investments in casino and slot machine palaces. It seems to be working rather well. A nearby racetrack, once the best empty parking lot around for a late night romantic rendezvous, now bustles with activity.