Nym,
I make 36k a year and yes I did notice a slight difference with the tax cuts. I never expected a huge break but something is better then nothing. I don't understand how Kerry is going to start all these great new programs that are going to cost loads of money is he doesnt raise taxes. That comment at the debates is going to really hurt him if he wins. "Senator, look into the camera and tell America you will not raise their taxes." It will come back to haunt him if he wins..remember, "Read my lips...."?
Raise taxes on the wealthiest 2%, and close corporate loopholes. Greatly reduce corporate welfare.
Go back to Clinton's policies, and restore the surpluses we had under Clinton as a result. Economic growth and more good paying jobs in this country will generate the revenue.
That won't be enough to cover all the money he plans on spending.
He won't be spending any additional money, or implementing any new programs - remember the GOP congress? Gridlock is good.