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Time for Fair Taxation.
Author: Raine
Date: 05/04/2009 12:21:43
This morning the President will be laying out plans to change the tax structure for U.S. Firms Overseas. It is a long overdue problem this country has and these reforms are needed. Corporations here in America, Such as AIG, Citicorp, Pfizer and others have long moved money offshore to countries such as the Cayman Islands in order to not pay taxes. It's all quite legal thanks to legislation passed a few years ago when another party had the majority.
The issue for me however is far simpler. Anyone who has listened to Thom Hartmann for any period of time knows that the government grants corporations the same rights a people. It would seem logical if that were indeed the case, they should bear the same responsibility under the 16th Amendment.
Even if that were not the case, the very idea that such major corporations are using tax havens to avoid paying taxes is obscene. I find it amazing that during the nomination process of Tim Geithner, people were apoplectic over his failure to pay taxes, and yet not a peep from the masses over the billions of dollars companies like Pepsi, Exxon, Dell and Dow Chemical are failing to pay to the government.
On April 15, thousands of people all over the country held their teabag parties, and not a single mention was made about corporations not paying their fair portion of taxes. There is a big disconnect here, and one that I hope the Congress along with the President will truly address once and for all. America needs revenue. That money cannot come solely from people like you and I. Corporations must pay their fair share as well.
I don't have a simple answer, and I will leave that up to those more knowledgeable than I to come up with one. It seems simple to me, if you do business with the United States, INSIDE the United States, you should pay taxes for that privilege. The right wingers are quite fond of telling us 'Freedom isn't Free' -- why would that be any different for a major corporation? They scream for the FairTax and never mention how unfair it really is for corporations like CitiGroup and AIG to avoid paying their fair share due to tax loopholes.
This doesn't even include companies like Haliburton and other contractors who are imo -- war profiteers.
Over 10 years, the US could recoup 210 Billion dollars if these proposals are acted upon in Congress. It's about revenue. It is patriotic to help cut the American deficit and get our country back on path. It is a good time for the President to address this issue as well. July 4th is coming up, and we will probably have a new round of teabagging, maybe these ill-informed folks can actually find a true issue to protest! One can hope, right?
:peace: and
Raine
The issue for me however is far simpler. Anyone who has listened to Thom Hartmann for any period of time knows that the government grants corporations the same rights a people. It would seem logical if that were indeed the case, they should bear the same responsibility under the 16th Amendment.
Even if that were not the case, the very idea that such major corporations are using tax havens to avoid paying taxes is obscene. I find it amazing that during the nomination process of Tim Geithner, people were apoplectic over his failure to pay taxes, and yet not a peep from the masses over the billions of dollars companies like Pepsi, Exxon, Dell and Dow Chemical are failing to pay to the government.
On April 15, thousands of people all over the country held their teabag parties, and not a single mention was made about corporations not paying their fair portion of taxes. There is a big disconnect here, and one that I hope the Congress along with the President will truly address once and for all. America needs revenue. That money cannot come solely from people like you and I. Corporations must pay their fair share as well.
I don't have a simple answer, and I will leave that up to those more knowledgeable than I to come up with one. It seems simple to me, if you do business with the United States, INSIDE the United States, you should pay taxes for that privilege. The right wingers are quite fond of telling us 'Freedom isn't Free' -- why would that be any different for a major corporation? They scream for the FairTax and never mention how unfair it really is for corporations like CitiGroup and AIG to avoid paying their fair share due to tax loopholes.
This doesn't even include companies like Haliburton and other contractors who are imo -- war profiteers.
Over 10 years, the US could recoup 210 Billion dollars if these proposals are acted upon in Congress. It's about revenue. It is patriotic to help cut the American deficit and get our country back on path. It is a good time for the President to address this issue as well. July 4th is coming up, and we will probably have a new round of teabagging, maybe these ill-informed folks can actually find a true issue to protest! One can hope, right?
:peace: and
Raine
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Comment by 
velveeta jones on 05/04/2009 12:34:12
velveeta jones on 05/04/2009 12:34:12
Comment by 
Random on 05/04/2009 12:43:12
Random on 05/04/2009 12:43:12
Ha...Random is back for your during show pleasure.
Also, On yesterday's post (got bored at work so far) and I seriously doubt that the Republicans would get what the acronyms where. Hence, the
Taxes
Everyone is
Against
Because
America is
Great
Also, On yesterday's post (got bored at work so far) and I seriously doubt that the Republicans would get what the acronyms where. Hence, the
Taxes
Everyone is
Against
Because
America is
Great
Comment by velveeta jones on 05/04/2009 12:52:28
velveeta jones on 05/04/2009 12:52:28
Morning all!
I will be in the garden for a bit before work. Ahhhhh.....
planting flowers......
I will be in the garden for a bit before work. Ahhhhh.....
planting flowers......
Comment by 
wickedpam on 05/04/2009 12:54:41
wickedpam on 05/04/2009 12:54:41
Morning :hug:
Comment by Random on 05/04/2009 13:13:53
Random on 05/04/2009 13:13:53
DISTURBIA SUCKED!
Comment by wickedpam on 05/04/2009 13:20:40
agreed
wickedpam on 05/04/2009 13:20:40
Quote by Random:
DISTURBIA SUCKED!
agreed
Comment by 
Raine on 05/04/2009 13:22:04
Raine on 05/04/2009 13:22:04
New Bloggie up!
Comment by Raine on 05/04/2009 13:22:49
:clap:
Raine on 05/04/2009 13:22:49
Quote by Random:
Ha...Random is back for your during show pleasure.
Also, On yesterday's post (got bored at work so far) and I seriously doubt that the Republicans would get what the acronyms where. Hence, the
Taxes
Everyone is
Against
Because
America is
Great
Comment by 
BobR on 05/04/2009 13:23:16
BobR on 05/04/2009 13:23:16
Comment by Random on 05/04/2009 13:25:18
I've lost all respect for Chris now...
*goes to cry in corner*
Random on 05/04/2009 13:25:18
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Random:
DISTURBIA SUCKED!
agreed
I've lost all respect for Chris now...
*goes to cry in corner*
Comment by Random on 05/04/2009 13:28:35
Random on 05/04/2009 13:28:35
I have a photo here of George H.W. Bush leering at Chris Evert.
Comment by 
Scoopster on 05/04/2009 13:30:29
Scoopster on 05/04/2009 13:30:29
Mornin' folks! 
Another wish-I-was-sleepin' Monday...
Another wish-I-was-sleepin' Monday...
Comment by Scoopster on 05/04/2009 13:31:06
Thirded!
Scoopster on 05/04/2009 13:31:06
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Random:
DISTURBIA SUCKED!
agreed
Thirded!
Comment by Scoopster on 05/04/2009 13:32:23
Scoopster on 05/04/2009 13:32:23
:clap: 
EXCELLENT topic for the bloggie today Raine m'dear!
EXCELLENT topic for the bloggie today Raine m'dear!
Comment by Random on 05/04/2009 13:43:06
Random on 05/04/2009 13:43:06
Commercials!!!!
Random's been listening to podcasts for too long.
Random's been listening to podcasts for too long.
Comment by wickedpam on 05/04/2009 13:51:22
wickedpam on 05/04/2009 13:51:22
OMG and I thought Vel's post was a joke about them meeting at a pizza place :thud:
Comment by Raine on 05/04/2009 13:52:50
Raine on 05/04/2009 13:52:50
Me too!!! 
Comment by Raine on 05/04/2009 13:53:22
Why thank you sir!
Raine on 05/04/2009 13:53:22
Quote by Scoopster:
:clap:
Why thank you sir!
Comment by Random on 05/04/2009 13:54:18
Random on 05/04/2009 13:54:18
I feel such pain for the Repubs.
Comment by 
TriSec on 05/04/2009 13:54:49
TriSec on 05/04/2009 13:54:49
Morning comrades! Late out of the gate...I was at the school this morning for a Cub Scout rally. Hopefully we'll get some more boys next season...
Comment by Random on 05/04/2009 13:57:20
Random on 05/04/2009 13:57:20
wickedpam
I never had a chance to ask what your opinion of Heroes Finale was.
I never had a chance to ask what your opinion of Heroes Finale was.
Comment by Raine on 05/04/2009 13:57:59
Raine on 05/04/2009 13:57:59
:facepalm:
Mary Matilan just worse and worse.
Mary Matilan just worse and worse.
Comment by Raine on 05/04/2009 14:05:48
Raine on 05/04/2009 14:05:48
So, Would anyone be able to take on Wednesday and Thursdays Blog? We are going to be in DC those days...
perty please?
perty please?
Comment by Random on 05/04/2009 14:08:55
Random on 05/04/2009 14:08:55
Random will do Thursday!
Comment by wickedpam on 05/04/2009 14:09:09
Mixed - most of it was good, I was just really disappointed in what happened to Nathan, cause now Nathan will never be Nathan again :(
wickedpam on 05/04/2009 14:09:09
Quote by Random:
wickedpam
I never had a chance to ask what your opinion of Heroes Finale was.
Mixed - most of it was good, I was just really disappointed in what happened to Nathan, cause now Nathan will never be Nathan again :(
Comment by TriSec on 05/04/2009 14:09:21
TriSec on 05/04/2009 14:09:21
Lessee....how about a Corporate Tithe?
Any company selling any product in the US (and that's the only qualifier; if somebody buys something within the 50 states or any US commonwealth or protectorate) then that transaction is eligible for say, 15% payment to Uncle Sam?
That would cover any and all companies doing business within our borders; it's based on point of sale, not location of corporate headquarters.
Any company selling any product in the US (and that's the only qualifier; if somebody buys something within the 50 states or any US commonwealth or protectorate) then that transaction is eligible for say, 15% payment to Uncle Sam?
That would cover any and all companies doing business within our borders; it's based on point of sale, not location of corporate headquarters.
Comment by wickedpam on 05/04/2009 14:10:33
I usually stick to Friday's but I'll pitch in and pick up the Wednesday unless someone else would like too :)
wickedpam on 05/04/2009 14:10:33
Quote by Raine:
So, Would anyone be able to take on Wednesday and Thursdays Blog? We are going to be in DC those days...
perty please?
I usually stick to Friday's but I'll pitch in and pick up the Wednesday unless someone else would like too :)
Comment by Raine on 05/04/2009 14:11:08
you Rock Random!
Raine on 05/04/2009 14:11:08
Quote by Random:
Random will do Thursday!
you Rock Random!
Comment by Raine on 05/04/2009 14:16:45
Thanks Mala (unless someone else would like to take the day!)
Raine on 05/04/2009 14:16:45
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Raine:
So, Would anyone be able to take on Wednesday and Thursdays Blog? We are going to be in DC those days...
perty please?
I usually stick to Friday's but I'll pitch in and pick up the Wednesday unless someone else would like too :)
Comment by Random on 05/04/2009 14:16:56
Well, at least it wasn't Sylar impersinating Nathan on purpose. Now it's a little creepier and probably make for a good story line for a volume. I'll miss Nathan, but we still keep Adrian.
I'm more annoyed over Tracy...(assuming it's Tracy)
Random on 05/04/2009 14:16:56
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Random:
wickedpam
I never had a chance to ask what your opinion of Heroes Finale was.
Mixed - most of it was good, I was just really disappointed in what happened to Nathan, cause now Nathan will never be Nathan again :(
Well, at least it wasn't Sylar impersinating Nathan on purpose. Now it's a little creepier and probably make for a good story line for a volume. I'll miss Nathan, but we still keep Adrian.
I'm more annoyed over Tracy...(assuming it's Tracy)
Comment by Random on 05/04/2009 14:21:02
Random on 05/04/2009 14:21:02
Now just to figure out how to insult a majority of the readers here...hm...
Comment by wickedpam on 05/04/2009 14:24:39
Yeah the Nikki/Tracy/Babara is really boring - The character is kinda flat.
At least Claire has been far less annoying these past few epi's
wickedpam on 05/04/2009 14:24:39
Quote by Random:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Random:
wickedpam
I never had a chance to ask what your opinion of Heroes Finale was.
Mixed - most of it was good, I was just really disappointed in what happened to Nathan, cause now Nathan will never be Nathan again :(
Well, at least it wasn't Sylar impersinating Nathan on purpose. Now it's a little creepier and probably make for a good story line for a volume. I'll miss Nathan, but we still keep Adrian.
I'm more annoyed over Tracy...(assuming it's Tracy)
Yeah the Nikki/Tracy/Babara is really boring - The character is kinda flat.
At least Claire has been far less annoying these past few epi's
Comment by Random on 05/04/2009 14:32:35
I like Ali Larter, but they have not given her character(s) enough development for them to be worth while.
And they really need a year jump here...cause honestly, the show hasn't left 2006 yet. It's a little annoying.
Of course, Hiro looks to be leaving, along with Ando...and...well...I'm just disappointed...
Random on 05/04/2009 14:32:35
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Random:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Random:
wickedpam
I never had a chance to ask what your opinion of Heroes Finale was.
Mixed - most of it was good, I was just really disappointed in what happened to Nathan, cause now Nathan will never be Nathan again :(
Well, at least it wasn't Sylar impersinating Nathan on purpose. Now it's a little creepier and probably make for a good story line for a volume. I'll miss Nathan, but we still keep Adrian.
I'm more annoyed over Tracy...(assuming it's Tracy)
Yeah the Nikki/Tracy/Babara is really boring - The character is kinda flat.
At least Claire has been far less annoying these past few epi's
I like Ali Larter, but they have not given her character(s) enough development for them to be worth while.
And they really need a year jump here...cause honestly, the show hasn't left 2006 yet. It's a little annoying.
Of course, Hiro looks to be leaving, along with Ando...and...well...I'm just disappointed...
Comment by 
starling310 on 05/04/2009 14:36:12
starling310 on 05/04/2009 14:36:12
Mornin' y'all. Woops pardon me y'all. Just got back from Kentucky last night and the y'all hasn't worn off yet.
How is everybody doing!?
Nice bloggie Raine!
How is everybody doing!?
Nice bloggie Raine!
Comment by wickedpam on 05/04/2009 14:38:47
Not a prob :)
wickedpam on 05/04/2009 14:38:47
Quote by Raine:Thanks Mala (unless someone else would like to take the day!)Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Raine:
So, Would anyone be able to take on Wednesday and Thursdays Blog? We are going to be in DC those days...
perty please?
I usually stick to Friday's but I'll pitch in and pick up the Wednesday unless someone else would like too :)
Not a prob :)
Comment by Raine on 05/04/2009 14:39:18
Raine on 05/04/2009 14:39:18
Hola :star:ling!
How was the derby?
How was the derby?
Comment by wickedpam on 05/04/2009 14:41:16
I wouldn't count Hiro out just yet ;)
A year jump would be great (you should put that in the writer's forum on 9th in the General Disscussion section) then we would get some this established off screen.
wickedpam on 05/04/2009 14:41:16
Quote by Random:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Random:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Random:
wickedpam
I never had a chance to ask what your opinion of Heroes Finale was.
Mixed - most of it was good, I was just really disappointed in what happened to Nathan, cause now Nathan will never be Nathan again :(
Well, at least it wasn't Sylar impersinating Nathan on purpose. Now it's a little creepier and probably make for a good story line for a volume. I'll miss Nathan, but we still keep Adrian.
I'm more annoyed over Tracy...(assuming it's Tracy)
Yeah the Nikki/Tracy/Babara is really boring - The character is kinda flat.
At least Claire has been far less annoying these past few epi's
I like Ali Larter, but they have not given her character(s) enough development for them to be worth while.
And they really need a year jump here...cause honestly, the show hasn't left 2006 yet. It's a little annoying.
Of course, Hiro looks to be leaving, along with Ando...and...well...I'm just disappointed...
I wouldn't count Hiro out just yet ;)
A year jump would be great (you should put that in the writer's forum on 9th in the General Disscussion section) then we would get some this established off screen.
Comment by starling310 on 05/04/2009 14:44:36
Well, y'all, I am a little embarassed. We didn't actually go to the Derby. We went to the Oaks, which is the Fillies race the day before.
It was really exciting. I am not a big fan of the whipping of the horses, but man when they run by you ( we were on the Infield ) it is so impressive. Beautiful animals...and, I am hopeful that ( barring the whipping during the race... Grrr ) they are well cared for.
starling310 on 05/04/2009 14:44:36
Quote by Raine:
Hola :star:ling!
How was the derby?
Well, y'all, I am a little embarassed. We didn't actually go to the Derby. We went to the Oaks, which is the Fillies race the day before.
It was really exciting. I am not a big fan of the whipping of the horses, but man when they run by you ( we were on the Infield ) it is so impressive. Beautiful animals...and, I am hopeful that ( barring the whipping during the race... Grrr ) they are well cared for.
Comment by Random on 05/04/2009 14:46:31
Random on 05/04/2009 14:46:31
Ohhh I love this ad!
Don't ask your kids, check their urine for drugs!
Ha...way to go parents, steal their piss and test for drugs, that'll make them teens open up to you about their problems.
Don't ask your kids, check their urine for drugs!
Ha...way to go parents, steal their piss and test for drugs, that'll make them teens open up to you about their problems.
Comment by Random on 05/04/2009 14:51:38
I doubt I'd be the first one to suggest that idea.
What they keep leaving a story thread that can't sit for a year (the sylar being Nathan is a good example, or Nathan getting shot). Atually between 3 and 4 would have been a good time to have done it.
They need a sleeper thread that could wake in a year.
Random on 05/04/2009 14:51:38
Quote by wickedpam:
I wouldn't count Hiro out just yet ;)
A year jump would be great (you should put that in the writer's forum on 9th in the General Disscussion section) then we would get some this established off screen.
I doubt I'd be the first one to suggest that idea.
What they keep leaving a story thread that can't sit for a year (the sylar being Nathan is a good example, or Nathan getting shot). Atually between 3 and 4 would have been a good time to have done it.
They need a sleeper thread that could wake in a year.
Comment by wickedpam on 05/04/2009 14:52:15
Doing just fine, despite the icky weather. How goes it with you? :D
wickedpam on 05/04/2009 14:52:15
Quote by starling310:
Mornin' y'all. Woops pardon me y'all. Just got back from Kentucky last night and the y'all hasn't worn off yet.
How is everybody doing!?
Nice bloggie Raine!
Doing just fine, despite the icky weather. How goes it with you? :D
Comment by starling310 on 05/04/2009 14:54:22
Yes, overcast in CT.
Too bad; Kentucky and Chicago were beeeeautiful weather!
starling310 on 05/04/2009 14:54:22
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by starling310:
Mornin' y'all. Woops pardon me y'all. Just got back from Kentucky last night and the y'all hasn't worn off yet.
How is everybody doing!?
Nice bloggie Raine!
Doing just fine, despite the icky weather. How goes it with you? :D
Yes, overcast in CT.
Too bad; Kentucky and Chicago were beeeeautiful weather!
Comment by Raine on 05/04/2009 14:55:18
Most of those horses Are VERY well cared for. Like anything else there are a few assholes out there. Sounds like a great time!
Raine on 05/04/2009 14:55:18
Quote by starling310:Quote by Raine:
Hola :star:ling!
How was the derby?
Well, y'all, I am a little embarassed. We didn't actually go to the Derby. We went to the Oaks, which is the Fillies race the day before.
It was really exciting. I am not a big fan of the whipping of the horses, but man when they run by you ( we were on the Infield ) it is so impressive. Beautiful animals...and, I am hopeful that ( barring the whipping during the race... Grrr ) they are well cared for.
Most of those horses Are VERY well cared for. Like anything else there are a few assholes out there. Sounds like a great time!
Comment by wickedpam on 05/04/2009 15:02:18
I can see that. Still think now is as good a time as any to have a large time jump even with the Sythan story line
wickedpam on 05/04/2009 15:02:18
Quote by Random:Quote by wickedpam:
I wouldn't count Hiro out just yet ;)
A year jump would be great (you should put that in the writer's forum on 9th in the General Disscussion section) then we would get some this established off screen.
I doubt I'd be the first one to suggest that idea.
What they keep leaving a story thread that can't sit for a year (the sylar being Nathan is a good example, or Nathan getting shot). Atually between 3 and 4 would have been a good time to have done it.
They need a sleeper thread that could wake in a year.
I can see that. Still think now is as good a time as any to have a large time jump even with the Sythan story line
Comment by wickedpam on 05/04/2009 15:03:35
Chicago? Did you do a Second City thing? I thought you meantioned awhile ago something about them
wickedpam on 05/04/2009 15:03:35
Quote by starling310:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by starling310:
Mornin' y'all. Woops pardon me y'all. Just got back from Kentucky last night and the y'all hasn't worn off yet.
How is everybody doing!?
Nice bloggie Raine!
Doing just fine, despite the icky weather. How goes it with you? :D
Yes, overcast in CT.
Too bad; Kentucky and Chicago were beeeeautiful weather!
Chicago? Did you do a Second City thing? I thought you meantioned awhile ago something about them
Comment by starling310 on 05/04/2009 15:08:57
Not yet...Second City class is in June! Can't wait!
I was visiting a lady friend, and we went to Derby/Oaks with friends of hers. They go every year.
starling310 on 05/04/2009 15:08:57
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by starling310:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by starling310:
Mornin' y'all. Woops pardon me y'all. Just got back from Kentucky last night and the y'all hasn't worn off yet.
How is everybody doing!?
Nice bloggie Raine!
Doing just fine, despite the icky weather. How goes it with you? :D
Yes, overcast in CT.
Too bad; Kentucky and Chicago were beeeeautiful weather!
Chicago? Did you do a Second City thing? I thought you meantioned awhile ago something about them
Not yet...Second City class is in June! Can't wait!
I was visiting a lady friend, and we went to Derby/Oaks with friends of hers. They go every year.
Comment by wickedpam on 05/04/2009 15:10:00
wickedpam on 05/04/2009 15:10:00
Paul? 
Comment by Raine on 05/04/2009 15:11:28
Raine on 05/04/2009 15:11:28
Paul? HE wanted to name his cat Paul?
Comment by BobR on 05/04/2009 15:15:16
Hmmm... that sounds a lot like the FairTax to me...
BobR on 05/04/2009 15:15:16
Quote by TriSec:
Lessee....how about a Corporate Tithe?
Any company selling any product in the US (and that's the only qualifier; if somebody buys something within the 50 states or any US commonwealth or protectorate) then that transaction is eligible for say, 15% payment to Uncle Sam?
That would cover any and all companies doing business within our borders; it's based on point of sale, not location of corporate headquarters.
Hmmm... that sounds a lot like the FairTax to me...