by Zach Dawes Jr | Dec 13, 2021 | News
A new resource focused on educating local churches on matters of taxation and justice was released in early December. Produced jointly by the Council for World Mission, The Lutheran World Federation, World Council of Churches, World Council of Reformed Churches, World...
by Zach Dawes Jr | Jun 16, 2021 | News
The wealthiest U.S. citizens pay very little in federal taxes each year, according to a report published by ProPublica on June 8. ProPublica analyzed Internal Revenue Service data it obtained for the wealthiest people in the U.S. over 15 years, discovering that their...
by Tony W. Cartledge | Mar 10, 2021 | Opinion
April 15 is fast approaching. Federal and state income tax returns will soon be due, though some are pushing for a delay due to COVID related difficulties. Tax season can be stressful. With the help of a popular software program, I compile and file our tax returns...
by Tony W. Cartledge | Jul 29, 2020 | Opinion
Taxes have been around since the emergence of urban civilization but weren’t always paid in coinage, checks or bank drafts. Many ancient Hebrews paid their taxes in the form of grain, wine or olive oil, which were then stored in large pottery jars, typically holding...
by Mitch Randall | Apr 11, 2019 | Opinion
Albert Einstein once quipped, “The hardest thing in the world to understand is the income tax.” With Tax Day (April 15) quickly approaching, U.S. citizens across the country are currently thinking a lot about taxes. Many will prepare their own tax returns, while...
