Graves to vote no on Health Care Bill Nov 14, 2009
Brandy wrote on Nov 13, 2009 7:03 AM:" SORRYto what I do pay now, that's the amount of taxes MY DAD pays in a year as he's successfully running each week to cattle sales to probably provide some of the meat your butt eats. He's told me for the last 10 years to apply for SSDI but I was too insistent on making something of my life by getting my degrees! Quit contradicting yourself - The people on this blog are NOT the only ones paying taxes. IF you know anything about farming and taxes, you know... (Cameron Observer, MO)
Tax breaks: New London gets stiffed Nov 14, 2009
Pfizer got a sweetheart deal from New London eight years ago, paying taxes on only 20 percent of its property s assessed value, which came out to $1. 2 million a year. (Boston Globe)
How to Save Billions On Health Care Now Nov 13, 2009
The ones you consider the gready ones are the ones aerning money and paying taxes to support the true greedy which are the ones who pay no taxes and take advantage of social services. by lovenpeace1 November 12, 2009 1:12 PM EST. (CBS News)
National H1N1 spike: Flu claims tenth PBC life Nov 13, 2009
And yes, I do hate paying taxes, particularly when the gov't fails at what it is supposed to do with the money and then lies about it. Very sorry to hear about your dad, Marc. (The Palm Beach Post)
Brazil: Taking off Nov 13, 2009
Meanwhile, the government is doing nothing to dismantle many of the obstacles to doing business notably the baroque rules on everything from paying taxes to employing people. Dilma Rousseff, Lula s candidate in next October s presidential election, insists that no reform of the archaic labour law is needed (see ). (The Economist)
The Real Reasons Why The Civil War Occurred Nov 13, 2009
To Mais Jamais wrote on Nov 11, 2009 1:23 PM:" Yup thats what you should do, stop paying taxes!! Yup YUP Thats what you should do....... til April 15 rolls around!! Smart, not only have to pay dem taxes but ya gotta pay da penalty and interest too. Smart! There ain't no way of getting out of it, unless you move out the USA. ". Sergio wrote on Nov 11, 2009 11:25 AM:" That is what I was taught. I have a Louisiana education and I remember Ms. Hebert teaching that at NP Moss. What is the reason for... (New Iberia, LA)
Paying taxes by credit card is now available at Falls County Courthouse Nov 13, 2009
Visit our sister newspaper sites. Proudly serving Marlin and Falls County, Texas since 1890 ; Thursday, November 12, 2009. (Marlin Democrat, TX)
Planning Board supports PRD proposal by swamp Nov 12, 2009
Stone said first and foremost, they were discussing private land the applicant has been paying taxes on for many years and has the right to develop. And, the most compelling argument in favor of the development, she said, is the land Ware will give to the town, which is the best chance of protecting Gowing s Swamp. (Concord Journal, MA)
North Fort Myers man's ace scores one for working class Nov 12, 2009
"Who: Joyce Sanders, 73, Fort MyersWhere: Eastwood Golf Course, No. 16, 134 yards, 7-woodHer ace: If only it were as easy as saying it. Driving to the 16th hole, Joyce Sanders was having so poor a round, she said to her playing partners, You know, if I had a hole in one it would not help my score. Sure enough, Sanders shot hit the green and fed toward the hole. We heard it go clink, said Sanders, president of the Eastwood Ladies Golf Association. And we said, Could that possibly be? The... (The News-Press -- Sports)
Is masturbation an OK topic for high school lit class? Nov 12, 2009
Vork you may be correct but some of us older folks are still paying taxes and they seem to be useful in a day and age where getting is popular and giving is not ... WHAT THE HELL DOES THIS TOPIC HAVE TO DO WITH PAYING TAXES, OR VOTING. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Will Hannity cop to video deception? Nov 12, 2009
Personally, I have no problem with paying taxes ... To appease the crowd that complains about the people not paying taxes, set a base amount that all people have to pay and then gradually adjust the rate by income. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
More Will See Roth IRA Tax Benefits Nov 11, 2009
A special 2010 incentive provided by Congress will allow anyone who converts to a Roth next year to delay paying taxes on the conversion and spread them out over the 2011 and 2012 tax years. 1. (ABC News -- Business)
Abortion: More hypocrisy on health care Nov 11, 2009
After all, no one enjoys paying taxes, but we know that they re necessary. Plus, the ability to tax is a power given to the government by the constitution, so everyone understands the reasons behind it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Abortion a Key Fault Line in Health Fight Nov 10, 2009
I would stop paying taxes and go to jail over that, and I know a lot of other people who would as well. How DARE we even think about doing that. (CBS News)
Appeals of property valuations soar Nov 10, 2009
"It'd be like paying taxes on an extra house or an extra couple of houses.". He said if he wins, it could save him hundreds of dollars a month. (AZCentral -- News)
Review: Shenandoah concert leaves audience with a smile Nov 10, 2009
starrider wrote on Nov 4, 2009 9:12 PM:" i agree with the ticket prise. are to high.. Most people here in Roanoke Rapids, anymore are doing all they can to get by. just to keep the lights.. Forget.. keeping the wolf from the dinner. , he's sitten at the Supper table with us.. No really. Here is Joe the Plummber and Everyone else . working and paying taxes on something that most of can't even go to enjoy. but it sure is pretty to drive by ". fan of music wrote on Nov 3, 2009 3:51 PM:" Reba would... (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
‘Smart grid’ raises specter of an energy Gestapo Nov 8, 2009
If industry is hampered by the slow economy and research dollars are small, the effect is fewer people working, less money to spend improving our homes, less opportunity to make them more energy-efficient and, in fact, fewer people paying taxes. I just don t see how government giving government money helps, especially when strapped taxpayers have to foot the bill. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
If you do things the wrong way, government will reward you Nov 8, 2009
He's not alone in wanting to know where his incentive is for paying taxes on time all his working life. Think about how our government has been lately. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Parents Question SD District Trip To China Nov 7, 2009
"Whether you have children in the San Diego school system or not, every citizen is paying taxes for this trip," said Snow. The other employees going on the China trip are paying for the extra costs out of their own pocket. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
How bad is a 10.2 percent unemployment rate? Nov 7, 2009
If the majority of people aren't working, then who is paying taxes. What's the solution -- to take MORE TAXES out of the paychecks of the people who managed to keep their jobs. (Salon)
Cincinnati slated for casino after Issue 3 passes Nov 7, 2009
He also believes it has a loophole that could let casino operators avoid paying taxes on cash wagers. Blessing said he would try to get the legislature to place a corrective amendment on the Ohio ballot next May. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Productivity Up: Bad News for Job Seekers? Nov 6, 2009
The amount we pay in taxes today, at least the ones that actually pay taxes, the top 50% of wage earners will only be paying taxes to cover the interest on the debt and the debt will never be paid, much like a revolving credit card ... The amount we pay in taxes today, at least the ones that actually pay taxes, the top 50% of wage earners will only be paying taxes to cover the interest on the debt and the debt will never be paid, much like a revolving credit card. (CBS News)
Settle IRS Debts Nov 6, 2009
Voluntary compliance means completing and paying taxes on time, including making quarterly estimated tax payments on time, if applicable. Anyone pondering an making an Offer in Compromise is advised to seek the assistant or at least the input of tax or IRS collection resolution professional. (Suite101.com)
Ex-police head in NYC pleads guilty to 8 felonies Nov 6, 2009
In a low but firm voice, Kerik said "guilty" eight times as he admitted to eight felonies, including lying about paying taxes on his children's nanny, hiding income from the Internal Revenue Service and faking a charitable contribution. Kerik acknowledged failing to declare book royalties, consultant fees and the use of a BMW.. (AZCentral -- News)
Oahu woman indicted for tax violations Nov 6, 2009
It said Lopez failed to report income she received and altered accounting records to evade paying taxes. HonoluluAdvertiser. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Health Care Plan Hits Rich with More Taxes Nov 3, 2009
Charity is from the heart, paying taxes from the head, giving extra when you certainly can afford it is just a no brainer -- if it keeps the community strong, helps others who aren't as blessed, it's not a burden. by chelseacos November 2, 2009 10:06 PM EST. (CBS News -- Health)
Thwarting Cyber Criminals Nov 2, 2009
Our use of the World Wide Web to conduct business -- whether for the purposes of paying taxes or something as simple as buying a book online -- is on the increase. This reliance on digital information as a medium of commerce will only expand in the future. (Science Daily)
We need Medicare for all Nov 2, 2009
If this is how my tax dollars are being spent to educate kids, then I don t need to be paying taxes for that. Let them find their own way to pay for stupid events like a free day. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Mexico Congress Passes Income Portion of Budget, Approving Higher Taxes Nov 2, 2009
Congress also approved a measure that would force companies to pay taxes deferred under a program known as fiscal consolidation, which allows holding firms to postpone paying taxes if their subsidiaries post losses. Mexicos dollar bonds lost 2 percent this month, their biggest monthly declines since January, on speculation the government will fail to cut the budget gap enough to avoid a downgrade. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
If we leave Iraq, do we lose for good? Nov 1, 2009
The fact that Halliburton has now moved its corporate headquarters offshore to avoid paying taxes on its obscene profits -- a fair percentage of which will probably end up in Cheney's blind trust. My question: Where is the "liberal media," which ought to be all over this story. (Salon)
Demand for foreign-tax experts rising Nov 1, 2009
One topic of discussion that had some companies on edge was the end of tax deferment on overseas income, where companies put off paying taxes on overseas profits unless and until that money is repatriated. Anti-deferral provisions being touted would tax those profits regardless of whether they were repatriated. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Mexico's Lower House to Vote On Budget Bill Designed to Avoid Rating Cut Nov 1, 2009
Senators also approved a measure that would force companies to pay taxes deferred under a program known as fiscal consolidation, which allows holding firms to postpone paying taxes if their subsidiaries post losses. Under the Senate bill, companies would owe 20 percent of deferred taxes in 2010. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
India in visa clampdown on foreign workers Oct 31, 2009
Earlier, business visas were given to a wider range of occupations and employees were allowed to come for six months without paying taxes. "The problem comes when companies bring in people and send them back within six months and then get a new batch of people. As a result the government gets nothing," said Chothani of the Mumbai-based LawQuest legal firm. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Don’t heed ‘Inane Caucus’ Oct 30, 2009
Bend wrote on Oct 30, 2009 1:15 AM:" Great letter. We're all paying taxes to the federal government anyway. Why would you not want anything back when we're already paying in? ". REGISTRATION IS FREE. Comments are from online Herald Journal readers. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Gee donates pay raise to scholarships Oct 30, 2009
Trustees on Thursday unanimously approved directly donating what would have been a $20,000 pay raise, which Gee waived, and paying him the $200,000 bonus with the understanding that Gee would donate the money after paying taxes. The bonus on his $800,000 salary represents 25 percent for meeting expectations for the year the 35 percent in his contract minus a 10 percent bonus reduction for all university executives because of the recession. (Columbus Business First, OH)
TAX DODGERS FESS UP: 7,500 turn themselves in to IRS Oct 29, 2009
Saying the IRS doesn't yet have a dollar estimate of how much the program will generate in back taxes, interest and penalties, Shulman nonetheless said he was pleased that thousands of evaders "are now back in the U.S. tax system and will be paying taxes for years to come.". The effort, which began in March and was extended past its original Sept. 23 deadline, will end today at 5 p.m. in any applicant's local time. (USA Today -- Money)
Forbes cuts 30 in latest round of layoffs Oct 29, 2009
Bono and U2 dodge paying taxes but plead to western politicians to send hundreds of billions to Africa on the backs of western taxpayers. I will not be back. (New York Post -- News)
What's my incentive for paying taxes on time? Oct 29, 2009
com - What's my incentive for paying taxes on time ... What's my incentive for paying taxes on time ... What's my incentive for paying taxes on time. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Ruling from state gives board authority for larger levy hike Oct 28, 2009
reality strikes wrote on Oct 27, 2009 8:22 PM:" Sweet, the Board can raise my taxes further. I love paying taxes. I wish they would raise them further and restore all the cut positions. Maybe they could even create additional positions, cause I don't mind paying a few extra bucks on my 150K home. I mean this money is all being very well spent. What the heck - what's a few more dollars for every level of government. Come on, why should they have to watch their spending......I don't - I get a big... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
BPA seeks help determining route of new transmission line Oct 28, 2009
Paying taxes on inflated accessed values, now BPA's talking eminent domain in which property owners take in the shorts in the vast majority of cases. Yahoo. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Paper review Oct 28, 2009
The says a "secret plan" to seize 4bn a year from Britain would mean paying taxes direct to Europe. And the Daily Mirror leads on the whose body was found in County Durham. (BBC News -- UK)
No Guarantees for Senate's "Public Option" Oct 28, 2009
This is not an argument against paying taxes. We all have a moral obligation to pay our share of the constitutionally mandated and enumerated functions of the federal government. (CBS News)
Duties of American Citizenship Oct 27, 2009
Responsibilities Include Voting, Jury Duty, and Paying Taxes ... Jury Duty and Paying Taxes ... Paying taxes is an important part of being a citizen and ties people more closely to their government. (Suite101.com)
Reid to announce push for 'public option'... Oct 27, 2009
I WANT TO OPT OUT OF PAYING TAXES FOR THIS CRAP. WE DO NOT WANT THIS. (The Drudge Report)
Tax Problems of the Stars Oct 27, 2009
In October 2008, he pleaded not guilty to the accusations that he used offshore accounts to avoid paying taxes on the income he earned from a $15 million Penske licensing deal ... That's one way to get out of paying taxes. (Fox News)
Property owners to save $3 million (30) Oct 26, 2009
Property owners save $3 million in bond fees and interest and, somewhere, investors are not paying taxes, said district Superintendent Steve Herrington. Meanwhile, the community is already enjoying the benefits of many of the school projects paid for by the $50 million of voter-approved bonds. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Local School Blames New Tax Cap for Districts Debt, Proposes Tax Ratification Oct 24, 2009
If The district has 50-60 kids that are living in other district attending Robinson schools on a "friends" address the "friend" is paying taxes so the district isn't losing anything. What about all the older people in Robinson that no longer have kids attending school, they still pay taxes. (KWTX.com, TX)
Abortion Divides House Dems on Health Bill Oct 24, 2009
Why arent they paying taxes. by mrsherman October 23, 2009 3:51 PM EDT. (CBS News -- Politics)
Gay partners seeking immigration changes Oct 23, 2009
"I have spent half of my adult life studying, working and paying taxes here," added Joe, in a telephone interview before he left the country. "It's been really hard, an emotional roller coaster. I feel like this is my home, but it's a home that doesn't want me.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Corporate crime in America: Are you being served? Oct 22, 2009
In Lord Black s appeal, the main issue is not whether fraud was committed for personal gain, but whether this was at the expense of Hollinger International s shareholders, as opposed to the government of Canada, to which he was trying to avoid paying taxes. None of this will be resolved quickly. (The Economist)
Hankerson, Palmer are best candidates Oct 22, 2009
The things I found in researching the candidates were candidates who had served prison time and those who seem to have difficulty paying taxes for years. I was hoping that Augusta would have some candidates with good moral backgrounds and wanted the job to actually serve their community that is electing them. (The Augusta Chronicle)
LETTER: Looking out for othersis part of reform effort Oct 21, 2009
" shumphreys wrote on Oct 19, 2009 7:54 AM:" Ah yes I am terribly greedy NeoCon, paying taxes on land that can't earn me any immediate income, the trees won't mature in my life time and who knows who will own the land and be the beneficiary of my benevolence 150 years from now ... Just a Soldier wrote on Oct 19, 2009 3:21 PM:" To begin with, Susan, stripping the land would be the absolute last thing I would do; you aren't the only person on the face of the earth capable of conservation. Jeez,... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Read the 'JER' transcript Oct 20, 2009
The tax was on overseas income earned by U.S. corporations and they want today limit a thing called a deferral, which allows them to put off paying taxes on money that they earn overseas. Obama said that this would help create jobs in the U.S. But a group of executives and lobbyist from Silicon Valley convinced him this was wrong. (Fox News)
Lieberman to hold czars hearing Oct 20, 2009
Also, how is it that normal government employees must pass background checks and are dismissed or ruled ineligible for government employment for such things as extravagant spending, not filing or paying taxes, poor credit, subversive associations, foreign travel and dishonest answers to questions. Wouldn't that eliminate most of these appointees;oh and the the president and half of Congress too. (TheHill.com)
New Gov't Plan Aims to Help Poor Borrowers Oct 20, 2009
What would be your reaction if your paychecks stopped if we stopped paying taxes or you bleed corporations so they go elsewhere or go out of business. Now that is economics 101. (CBS News)
Mining plan surprises golf resort (3) Oct 20, 2009
Perhaps a business that isn't paying taxes yet should not push other businesses out of the county. Capt. Kirk wrote on Feb 5, 2009 5:48 PM:A chromite mine next to Bandon Dunes, one of the premier golf courses in the World. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
State now in race to home-grow, recruit new jobs Oct 18, 2009
It simply makes sense to spend resources on companies that already are paying taxes and providing jobs. Chandler officials have gone to the Legislature more than once to push for bills that would help Intel, particularly tax breaks. (AZCentral -- News)
In investors' backyards Oct 18, 2009
By doing such, investors would be buying property, employing construction workers, hiring neighbors, paying taxes on the property and generating huge rewards for the local economy. Online would employ a small handful, and not generate nearly as much revenue for our economy. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Hatch free'Survivor" winner Richard Hatch was released from a... Oct 18, 2009
Survivor" winner Richard Hatch was released from a Massachusetts jail early yesterday after completing a federal sentence for evading taxes on the $1 million he won during the CBS reality show's first season. Hatch, who is living with his sister in Newport, Rhode Island, faces three years of supervised release. In 2006, he was convicted of tax evasion for not paying taxes on his "Survivor" winnings, as well as on $327,000 he earned as co-host of a Boston radio show and $28,000 in income from... (New York Post -- News)
Ticked about tax Oct 17, 2009
It s not that Roy Hunt objects to paying taxes. It s that he objects to paying when others don t have to and when he sees no good reason for it. (Louisville Business First, KY)
'Survivor' star Hatch ends federal tax sentence Oct 17, 2009
In 2006, he was convicted of tax evasion for not paying taxes on his "Survivor" winnings, as well as on $327,000 he earned as co-host of a Boston radio show and $28,000 in income from rental property. The judge tacked on extra prison time to his sentence after finding he had lied on the stand, giving him a 51-month prison term. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Deeds Talks Taxes, Talking, and Flu Shots Oct 17, 2009
5 billion while in the state senate, Deeds replied: "Virginians have a reason to worry about paying taxes. I don't like paying taxes any more than anyone else. I don't know if his figures are accurate or not. I voted for tax cuts big time, too."McDonnell backer Sheila Johnson, the co-found of Black Entertainment Television, raised eyebrows by saying Deeds isn't articulate, and mocking his stutter. "I talk the way I do and I've always talked this way," Deeds said. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Ex-state rep pleads not guilty to not paying taxes Oct 16, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. ATLANTA - A former state legislator from Toccoa who worked as an accountant and tax preparer pleaded not guilty Thursday in Fulton County Superior Court to two counts of income tax evasion. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Letters for Thursday, October 15,2009 Oct 16, 2009
jr1956 wrote on Oct 15, 2009 8:49 AM:" we still are blessed to have public education, why should a family with one child pay the same in taxes for public education as a family with 5 children?why should someone with no children be paying taxes for public education when they have no kids?from my observations, private schooled students and home schooled students are smarter and more courteous than public schooled students. Maybe all children should be home schooled or go to private school, let... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Nobel Peace Prize“then and now Oct 16, 2009
" I just didn't post another to correct it. But, by all means, I didn't mean unfortunate.Missy - Right on, Missy!! I may as well be beat up if you are going to throw yourself to the wolves. I agree 150% about when Clinton was in office. And, Bush, well too bad he used 9/11 as an excuse to start an all out war with Iraq, never even bringing in the man responsible for 9/11. Sure I've heard things about people knowing about 9/11 before Bush, but in all reality, it probably goes back further than... (Cameron Observer, MO)
