"David Brunori has filled a critical gap in the state tax literature with his insightful discussion of political perspectives on state tax policy. His analysis displays a profound understanding of the fundamental forces shaping state fiscal policy in the 21st century. Moreover, his formidable technical knowledge of state tax regimes enables him to examine the key political issues in a concrete and pragmatic manner. His book should be required reading for anyone concerned with state tax policy—including state legislative and executive branch personnel and state tax professionals."
—Walter Hellerstein
Francis Shackelford Professor of Taxation, University of Georgia School of Law
"David Brunori provides a timely guide to the tax policy issues that challenge state government finances. The major state taxes evolved in a vastly different economic and political environment from that of the 21st century and their suitability and productivity are under great pressure. Brunori’s excellent roadmap to both the challenges and their resolution should be read by lawmakers and anyone concerned with the future of American government finances."
—John Mikesell
School of Public and Environmental Affairs, Indiana University
"David Brunori's State Tax Policy: A Political Perspective is an invaluable tool for analysts interested in state tax and budget issues. It is especially useful for those who…are interested in how issues in their state compare with events in other states."
—J. Fred Giertz
Professor of Economics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
