[prolly_a_moron]

>If they want to simplify taxes -- as they claim, the best way to simplify is simply to eliminate.

Because consumption taxes are the most efficient form of taxation. You want a private chauffeur? Pay up.

>Lower fares mean more revenue for drivers and Uber

Huh? Only if the driver is working a lot harder.

[jy1]

It's possible if there's significantly higher utilization to offset the decreased cost. Today a significant portion of the driver's time is waiting around doing nothing.