TankBuster 0 #1 January 31, 2009 http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/01/30/white-house-daschle-tax-issues-shouldnt-bar-cabinet-confirmation/ Ahhhh, this just in from the ".....new age of responsibility and transparency in goverment" department. So, someone tell me - how do you miss this for several years and then figure it out right before the confirmation hearings? Bull shit. We should all be insulted that he thinks we're such dumbasses. And how, as the great hope, do you let this go? Uuhhhgain? Shouldn't Obama just PICK SOMEONE ELSE NOW? He won't, because he cut his teeth on crooked Chicago style politics, and the responsibility and transparency bullshit was all campaign rhetoric.The forecast is mostly sunny with occasional beer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969912 0 #2 January 31, 2009 It's that hope thing again.... "Once we got to the point where twenty/something's needed a place on the corner that changed the oil in their cars we were doomed . . ." -NickDG Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
n23x 0 #3 January 31, 2009 Quote Daschle alerted the Senate Finance Committee Quote But the White House says he discovered the error during preparation for his confirmation and filed amended tax returns with the proper payment and interest. So, he brought it up, and he took care of it, including interest. What are you more mad about, that your guy isn't in office anymore, or you couldn't afford to pay off a >100k$ self-induced IRS goof? .jim"Don't touch my fucking Easter eggs, I'll be back monday." ~JTFC Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TankBuster 0 #4 January 31, 2009 Great post genius. We'll just assume you've been drinking. Now, go back and read the article in a bit more depth, and then look at the questions I posed.The forecast is mostly sunny with occasional beer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piahenzi 0 #5 January 31, 2009 QuoteHe won't, because he cut his teeth on crooked Chicago style politics, and the responsibility and transparency bullshit was all campaign rhetoric. +1 This is just the beginning...Chicago being the political cesspool that it is and has been for decades, what exactly did we expect?? It takes a village, remember?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
n23x 0 #6 January 31, 2009 Quote Now, go back and read the article in a bit more depth, and then look at the questions I posed. When you originally said: Quote how do you miss this for several years and then figure it out right before the confirmation hearings? Perhaps when you're getting appointed to a higher position, you have someone dig back through taxes, dealings, whatever, to find any issues such that you can resolve them so the public doesn't get pissed at you. So, (1) just because he resolved this before this before the confirmation hearings doesn't mean he was "hiding it away" as you ASSume, and (2) it was for a service provided by a friend, not like he was scamming $100k's from the public or some incredibly shady dealing. Quote Great post genius. We'll just assume you've been drinking. Perhaps it is you that should "batten down the tard-hatch"? .jim"Don't touch my fucking Easter eggs, I'll be back monday." ~JTFC Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TankBuster 0 #7 January 31, 2009 Well, at least you gave it a try this time. Sec. of Health and Human Services is higher than US Senator? Ok. And you seriously believe he doesn't know how to report his income and gifts after being a US Senator for almost 20 years? Ok. Go back to drinkin yer tard-aid.The forecast is mostly sunny with occasional beer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rushmc 23 #8 January 31, 2009 And so another automatic yes vote and another tax cheat cabinet member...."America will never be destroyed from the outside, if we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because we destroyed ourselves." Abraham Lincoln Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rushmc 23 #9 January 31, 2009 You own some ocean front property in Arizona?"America will never be destroyed from the outside, if we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because we destroyed ourselves." Abraham Lincoln Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelpdiver 2 #10 January 31, 2009 Quote Quote Daschle alerted the Senate Finance Committee Quote But the White House says he discovered the error during preparation for his confirmation and filed amended tax returns with the proper payment and interest. So, he brought it up, and he took care of it, including interest. What are you more mad about, that your guy isn't in office anymore, or you couldn't afford to pay off a >100k$ self-induced IRS goof? .jim Well, you're leaving out the salient details. Per his account, in June he thought - "wow, maybe that was taxable income." But it wasn't until Jan 2nd, well after he knew he was going to be nominated for a post, that he amended 3 years of returns and paid the money. That said, maybe he gets a tiny brownie point for doing this before the news about the SecTreas came out. But it still appears that Democrat Senators don't have to pay back taxes until they get a Cabinet position. Unpaid taxes represent a decent chunk of our deficit, but the new Administration will not be presenting a good example. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
idrankwhat 0 #11 January 31, 2009 Quote And so another automatic yes vote and another tax cheat cabinet member.... It seems that the only people who are getting caught with "irregularities" are the ones being scrutinized. Anyone think that the rest of Congress would come up clean? Where's Larry Flynt when you need him?The tax code is long, complicated and full of holes. It's that way because politically connected folks like things to get lost in it. Some people seem to believe (and correctly at times) that they can get away with this sort of stuff. Some people pay other people quite a bit of money to find ways to use the tax code to their advantage. I don't know why members of Congress think they can get away with it. But I also don't know how many members of Congress actually do their own taxes, or even do much more than sign on the line that says that they swear it's correct. I think we should audit all of our Congress critters. Right now, we need the money. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rushmc 23 #12 January 31, 2009 Quote Quote And so another automatic yes vote and another tax cheat cabinet member.... It seems that the only people who are getting caught with "irregularities" are the ones being scrutinized. Anyone think that the rest of Congress would come up clean? Where's Larry Flynt when you need him?The tax code is long, complicated and full of holes. It's that way because politically connected folks like things to get lost in it. Some people seem to believe (and correctly at times) that they can get away with this sort of stuff. Some people pay other people quite a bit of money to find ways to use the tax code to their advantage. I don't know why members of Congress think they can get away with it. But I also don't know how many members of Congress actually do their own taxes, or even do much more than sign on the line that says that they swear it's correct. I think we should audit all of our Congress critters. Right now, we need the money. You points are all valid and good. what bugs the hell out of me is the different way they are being reported on and treated. If there were Bush nominations do you think we would be getting the "oh but, he is the most qualified" bull shit?I will let you answer that one. One thing is for sure, with the way everything is saved, these nominations problems and the way they are being handled will come back......"America will never be destroyed from the outside, if we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because we destroyed ourselves." Abraham Lincoln Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Belgian_Draft 0 #13 January 31, 2009 A limo and driver are a GIFT. GIFTS are taxable income. Everybody with three or more brain cells knows that. If Tom Daschle honestly can't figure that out, then Leo Hindery is seriously fucking up by paying him $1 million annually for his consulting services.HAMMER: Originally employed as a weapon of war, the hammer nowadays is used as a kind of divining rod to locate the most expensive parts adjacent the object we are trying to hit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TankBuster 0 #14 January 31, 2009 QuoteA limo and driver are a GIFT. GIFTS are taxable income. Everybody with three or more brain cells knows that. If Tom Daschle honestly can't figure that out, then Leo Hindery is seriously fucking up by paying him $1 million annually for his consulting services. Actually, this is the perfect guy to try and sell us all on why we should socialize health care. The Feds are honest and they do a great job of everything.The forecast is mostly sunny with occasional beer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TankBuster 0 #15 January 31, 2009 QuoteIt seems that the only people who are getting caught with "irregularities" are the ones being scrutinized. Anyone think that the rest of Congress would come up clean? There's probably more than you think, both Democrat and Republican. What bugs me is - once again - the messiah syndrome. How can Obama keep getting a pass on this stuff?The forecast is mostly sunny with occasional beer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TankBuster 0 #16 January 31, 2009 QuoteSo, (1) just because he resolved this before this before the confirmation hearings doesn't mean he was "hiding it away" as you ASSume, True, it could mean that he is incredibly inept, as you must ASSume. Quoteand (2) it was for a service provided by a friend, not like he was scamming $100k's from the public or some incredibly shady dealing. Ahh, he WAS scamming it from the public. Many of us call it TAX EVASION.The forecast is mostly sunny with occasional beer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #17 January 31, 2009 QuoteQuoteIt seems that the only people who are getting caught with "irregularities" are the ones being scrutinized. Anyone think that the rest of Congress would come up clean? There's probably more than you think, both Democrat and Republican. What bugs me is - once again - the messiah syndrome. How can Obama keep getting a pass on this stuff? Are you giving him a pass here and now in this public forum? No. Do I expect you to give him a pass in the voting booth in the 2010 Congressional elections? No. Should we expect FoxNews and the Wall Street Journal to give him a pass? No. Don't underestimate your own power as a citizen. We're a democratic republic, and public forums like this are one of the ways that We The People act as the ultimate employers of our government. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Capt.Slog 0 #18 February 1, 2009 I suspect it's more of a high income thing: articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/AvoidAnAudit/the-biggest-tax-cheats-rich-folks.aspx Over 20% of people who make $500k - $1M per year underreport their income according to the IRS. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHusband 0 #19 February 1, 2009 QuoteBut it still appears that Democrat Senators don't have to pay back taxes until they get a Cabinet position. i would be willing to bet you could the word "democratic" from your statement and it wouls still be true. "Your scrotum is quite nice" - Skymama www.kjandmegan.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
funjumper101 15 #20 February 1, 2009 Snively whiny righties, whinging about a minor tax issue, aka, a molehill, being made into a mountain by their favorite propaganda outlet. Why don't you all go volunteer to pack up some goods to ship to the soldiers in Iraq? At least you all would be doing something that mattered. Reading and believing Faux News isn't a productive use of time. You all know that they (Faux) went all the way to Supreme Court to ensure that they could lie, don't you? Why would you believe anything from Faux? Complete cluelessness is the only explanation I can think of. Eye Dee Ten Tees Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #21 February 1, 2009 Quote Quote But it still appears that Democrat Senators don't have to pay back taxes until they get a Cabinet position. i would be willing to bet you could the word "democratic" from your statement and it wouls still be true. Geee there is some more of that serious butt hurt.MAN.. you guys really are depressed over how the guys you all voted for .......for............. how long ago now performed their service to their country in general and to you who voted for them in particular??? Oh speaking of butt hurt.... how is ole Larry Craig doing in the local news... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #22 February 1, 2009 Quote Oh speaking of butt hurt.... how is ole Larry Craig doing in the local news... About as well as Sam Adams...what's your point?Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #23 February 1, 2009 Quote Quote Oh speaking of butt hurt.... how is ole Larry Craig doing in the local news... About as well as Sam Adams...what's your point? Its called pandering to you VALUES VOTERS..... BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA and it really is sad so many of them buggered all of their supporters.. http://www.ontheissues.org/senate/Larry_Craig.htm It really sucks when your guys keep getting caught with their pants down..... caught being exactly what they have been voting against for so long. Kinda like Lush Rimjob dont ya think? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelpdiver 2 #24 February 1, 2009 QuoteSnively whiny righties, whinging about a minor tax issue, aka, a molehill, being made into a mountain by their favorite propaganda outlet. $130,000, the 4 year gross for the average American, is not a minor tax issue. Esp from the party that is supposed to be for the people. And esp since any sort of fiscal responsibility by Obama will mean higher taxes as soon as the economy recovers....2011? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #25 February 1, 2009 Quote Quote Quote Oh speaking of butt hurt.... how is ole Larry Craig doing in the local news... About as well as Sam Adams...what's your point? Its called pandering to you VALUES VOTERS..... BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA As opposed to pandering to those who have no values, evidently. Quote and it really is sad so many of them buggered all of their supporters.. Why, yes...that *would* be the examples set by Mssrs. Adams and Studds, I believe. Quote It really sucks when your guys keep getting caught with their pants down..... caught being exactly what they have been voting against for so long. Kinda like Lush Rimjob dont ya think? Still better than being caught with their dick in a minor, like YOUR heroes.Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
