Summary
A political candidate in Florida, James Fishback, has proposed a 50% "sin tax" on earnings from the OnlyFans platform for those living in Florida. He suggests the tax would discourage the use of OnlyFans while raising funds for education and other state programs. This proposal has sparked varied reactions, including skepticism about government involvement in such matters.
Key Facts
- James Fishback, a candidate for Florida governor, proposed a 50% tax on OnlyFans creators' income.
- OnlyFans is known for adult content and made $701 million in dividends in 2024.
- The proposed tax aims to discourage use of the platform and generate state revenue.
- Funds from the tax would support education, crisis pregnancy centers, and mental health initiatives.
- Fishback announced his proposal on a conservative YouTube channel.
- A sin tax is typically imposed on activities like tobacco and alcohol, which are seen as harmful.
- About 70% of OnlyFans creators are women, while most users are men.
- The proposal has received mixed reactions from the public and online commentators.
