Signalling virtue is not the correct way to bring change to the tax code.  Creating division in our communities is not the way to convince Canadians that change is needed.

This article suggests that income inequality is not increasing in Canada and hasn't since the 90's.  That seems plausible, and is likely true as the G&M holds itself to high standards.

It is also true that many members of Canadian society are feeling economic pressures.  I know I am and I'm an SME owner operator of a mfg business.  I think my 125 employeses are too.   Increasing levels of tax are one element of the economic stress we all feel.  Managing all taxes down would help.

The manipulation of language and people around 'rich & poor',  'fair and unfair', is truly crass on the part of JT, Butts and More Dough Morneau.  The hypocrisy of JT & MD Morneau on off-shore wealth & trusts is gut wrenching.  The lack of courage to address the issue comprehensively is also very troubling.  None of this is leadership.