Billionaire tax flee? My shop's full of 'em!

Just saw this article about Californians worrying that the billionaire tax will push businesses out. Honestly, I'm more worried about the price of lumber skyrocketing again. If the rich leave, maybe some nice vintage tools will hit the market cheap. Silver lining?

Ha! Steve, you're always thinking about tools. But seriously, taxes are a pain. I run a small garage, and every new fee or tax makes it harder to keep the lights on. If big businesses bail, it's not just the billionaires—it's the jobs and the local suppliers. My wallet's already crying.

I heard that. But let's be real, those billionaires aren't going to start hand-sanding their own yachts. They'll still need custom work—maybe from places with lower taxes. But for us average Joes, it's about the cost of everything. I'm more worried about the price of sandpaper going up again. Can't stockpile enough!

You're right about sandpaper. But think about it—if they tax the ultra-rich, maybe the state can fund better trade schools? My son wants to learn cabinet making, and I'm all for that. Still, I'm not holding my breath. Politicians never think of us woodworkers.

True, true. But let's keep this place running. If they flee, maybe they'll auction off some high-end shop equipment. I've got my eye on a 12-inch jointer that some tech CEO probably used once. But for now, back to sanding—this old dresser isn't going to refinish itself!