Democrats Continue To Trip Over Themselves

In a rather baffling move, Chicago's Mayor Brandon Johnson has proposed an “amusement tax” targeting social media platforms like Meta and TikTok. This initiative aims to generate funds to address a staggering $1.15 billion budget shortfall, yet critics argue it’s more about financial desperation than mental health. The proposed tax imposes a 50-cent fee per user beyond the initial 100,000, potentially yielding $31 million—minuscule compared to the city’s significant deficit.Johnson frames the tax as a means to protect children from social media's addictive nature. However, many question the priorities in a city grappling with rampant crime and societal issues. Previous attempts, such as the controversial “Sneaker Tax,” illustrate a pattern of taxing everyday activities under the pretense of funding public welfare. Despite similar measures failing in other states, Johnson's ill-conceived plan exemplifies the troubling blend of fiscal irresponsibility and virtue signaling in Chicago's governance.