Florida gubernatorial hopeful James Fishback is facing fierce criticism from adult content creators over his proposed 'Sin Tax'. This controversial tax would see OnlyFans creators and other adult entertainers in Florida taxed up to 50% of their income. Fishback claims this tax would support educational funding while discouraging adult content production in the state. However, creators feel it’s a punitive measure masquerading as policy reform, sparking accusations of public shaming.
In a viral Instagram video, influencers MsRedsWrenching (Kirsten Vaughn), Crystal Rose, and Ariana Nicole voiced their opposition. They called out Fishback’s proposal as a demonizing move disguised as moral responsibility.
“This is just backwards logic,” Crystal declared, criticizing Fishback for targeting creators while elevating his own profile.
Ariana Nicole highlighted the real-life implications of such a tax, emphasizing that many creators are simply trying to support their families. "You’re going to be hurting families," she warned, debunking the myth that all creators earn substantial incomes. "Most girls don’t even make more than like $5,000 a month," she noted.
MsRed added a practical perspective, cautioning that the proposal might backfire economically. "People can still go to Florida and shoot…but they’re not going to live in your state," she explained, pointing out the potential exodus of creators and their tax dollars.
Critics suggest that rather than curbing adult content, the policy would drive creators out of Florida, harming middle-income earners and perpetuating the stigma against sex workers. Many in the sex work community already navigate their careers without typical workplace protections, making additional financial burdens even more detrimental.
As the debate continues, it’s clear the proposed tax does more than target income – it engages with broader issues of economic policy, personal freedom, and societal perceptions of adult content creation.