> My rent isn't tax deductible. Why is yours blessed with such a status
Because for better or worse (for better IMO), the government wants to encourage homeownership and families, which is why there's also a credit for children.
did you read the article? both people interviewed are mostly fiscally conservative, and socially liberal or libertarian. can you explain your statement "I hear 'I think others should be descriminated against'...". perhaps it's just in your mind where you're hearing that?
Because for better or worse (for better IMO), the government wants to encourage homeownership and families, which is why there's also a credit for children.