This seems to reflect a considerable investment of time and energy devoted to investigating complaints.
IRS exams found nearly three out of four churches, charities and other civic groups suspected of having violated restraints on political activity in the 2004 election actually did so, the agency said Friday. Interesting comment at the end. Is this another example of civil servants doing their jobs but political appointees timing the release of information?
The tax agency set up a task force in 2004 to review allegations of improper political activity. The special procedures, revealed shortly before the election, drew criticism from some tax-exempt groups. It would be even more interesting to find out what organizations were involved. Would that require a FOIA request? (Or maybe that information has been "classified"). Thought this information important since it gives us a valuable tool. Keep your eyes open for violations and report them!
Wow! The IRS is paying attention? | 3 comments (3 topical, 0 hidden)
Wow! The IRS is paying attention? | 3 comments (3 topical, 0 hidden)
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