Go for the Gold....and pay the IRS

replicant_argent · 08-06-2012, 08:38 AM

I consider this a non-story.
While the income tax codes are convoluted and ridiculous, the athletes can offset training and travel costs, etc.
You earn money, you pay taxes.
While it is a wonderful thing to represent your country in the Olympics, they still have to play by the rules and the tax code.
Giving athletes a "bye" perpetuates hero worship culture. Don't get me wrong, I like sports, I like watching the Olympics, I get teary eyed at the anthem. I still do not choose to treat them or view them as "more than equal."

08-06-2012, 08:38 AM	#22
replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: Go for the Gold....and pay the IRS I consider this a non-story. While the income tax codes are convoluted and ridiculous, the athletes can offset training and travel costs, etc. You earn money, you pay taxes. While it is a wonderful thing to represent your country in the Olympics, they still have to play by the rules and the tax code. Giving athletes a "bye" perpetuates hero worship culture. Don't get me wrong, I like sports, I like watching the Olympics, I get teary eyed at the anthem. I still do not choose to treat them or view them as "more than equal." __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.