Taxation Without Representation

Taxation Without Representation refers to the principle that it is unjust for a government to impose taxes on individuals or groups without granting them a voice in the legislative process that determines those taxes.

Historically, this term is most famously associated with the American Revolution, where colonists protested against British taxation policies imposed on them without their consent or representation in the British Parliament. The phrase underscores the belief that citizens should have a say in how they are governed and subjected to financial obligations. It highlights the importance of democratic participation in tax policy decisions.