text: how many of  you are sick of the income tax mess and would be in favor of a consumption tax  instead? everyone, citizens or not, would pay into the system when purchasing goods.  luxury items would be at a higher rate than normal consummables.  the rich would pay more since they consume more expensive goods.  the poor would qualify for some breaks.  it would work if the 16th amendment were repealed and the irs would be out of work. yup.  sign me up.  only three exceptions though: food (groceries), medical costs, and your primary home or rent.