Table Talk Shrink, Shift & Shaft: The Conservative Tax Agenda and What it Means for You Monday, March 22, 6pm with Chuck Collins and Ed Schwartz. The US Congress is undertaking a permanent tax cut offensive, despite a federal deficit of over $500 billion and the fact that many states like PA are facing the worst budget cuts since World War II. Why is this happening? What does it mean for local communities? What are national and state efforts to build a fairer tax system as we encourage voter participation in the 2004 elections? Chuck Collins is co-founder and program director of United for a Fair Economy and Responsible Wealth in Boston and co-chair of the national Fair Taxes for All Coalition. Ed Schwartz is founder and President of the Institute for the Study of Civic Values, which has been developing innovative approaches to neighborhood development and citizen participation for 30 years. He most recently chaired Philadelphia’s Tax Reform Commission. * * * * * * * Table Talk Reservations Table Talks at 6pm include a three course dinner, followed by speaker and discussion from 7:30-9pm. $35 per person, includes tax and gratuity. Cash bar. Senior citizens (over 65) and full-time students $25 with advance notification. Student Stand By Policy: Students can call (215) 386-9224 between 4 - 5:30pm on event days for available seating at 6pm for dinner ($15) or to attend the discussion only at 7:30 (free). Please call (215) 386-9224 for reservations before sending payment. Advance payment required by giving a credit card over the phone or sending a check. Single reservations are welcome at Table Talks where you'll be seated at a group table. Vegetarian dishes are always offered. Return to Table Talk Listings

Return to Events Listings White Dog Cafe 3420 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (215) 386-9224