- Kiko Barzaga proposes abolishing the 12 percent VAT to ease financial burdens on Filipinos.
- He argues VAT is regressive and unfair, affecting even the poor and struggling.
- Barzaga suggests alternative revenue sources that are more progressive and fair.
- He believes radical change is necessary to support the Filipino people.
Source: politiko.com.ph
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