Behind the Poll
The new tax proposed by Joe Biden would charge 8 cents per mile driven in order to generate revenue for infrastructure projects. Some people feel that this is a necessary way to fund these projects, while others believe that it unfairly targets drivers and will be difficult to enforce.
Those in favor of the tax argue that it is a fair way to generate revenue, as those who use the roads the most should contribute the most to their upkeep. They also point out that it would be a relatively small amount of money for most people, and that it could potentially raise a lot of money for needed infrastructure projects.
Those opposed to the tax argue that it would be difficult to enforce and would disproportionately impact those who have to drive long distances for work or live in rural areas. They also believe that there are other ways to fund these projects, such as through taxation of corporations or the wealthy.
Ultimately, it is up to each individual to decide whether they support this new tax proposal. Joe Biden will need to convince enough people that it is a fair and effective way to raise revenue in order to get it passed, but it remains to be seen whether he will be successful.