The text of the Court's decision does not contain any such quotation. No U.S. Federal court has ever ruled that any provision of the United States Constitution forbids any direct taxation of individuals. Benson apparently removed the material after a court order was issued regarding his materials.
The text of the Court's decision does not include any such quote. No U.S. Federal court has ever decided that any part of the United States Constitution prohibits direct taxation on individuals. Benson removed the material after a court order was issued concerning his materials.