Banana Republic.
Mark Steyn was saying on Rush yesterday, that in a civilized country, nobody should have to fear the tax authorities.
But as Kathy Shaidle also points out-if you want tax receipts to support your organization, you have to be prepared for government intrusion into every aspect of your operation. Is it worth it? Probably not.
Over the years, I have made many contributions to organizations and individuals that pursue goals that are in keeping with my ideological viewpoint-without getting a tax receipt.
Then, there are places that I give to that do give out receipts. My favourite current charity has no office, is run entirely by volunteers and thus has NO overhead. I would give to them even without a tax receipt.
There are lots of people that are willing to straight out GIVE money for nothing in return, to the people and organizations that are fighting like-minded causes.
When you want the government's blessing, and the power of the tax receipt, you are also at their mercy.
