Kerrys Paid Just 12% in Federal Income Taxes in 2003

[mozilla]

WASHINGTON, D.C. - John Kerry has repeatedly called for increasing taxes on the "wealthy" so the affluent "pay their fair share" for the "common good." Ironically, John and Theresa Heinz Kerry, who comprise one the richest families in the world, pay relatively little income tax.

Last year, John Kerry and his wife paid just 12% of their combined income in income taxes, despite their assertion that the rich should contribute increased amounts to government coffers. In contrast, President and Mrs. Bush, who had a substantially lower income than the Kerry's, paid over 28% in taxes.

"John Kerry wants other Americans to pay higher taxes while he and his wife manage to pay a rate lower than most of the middle class," said ATR President Grover Norquist. "Apparently, the Kerry's think everyone else should pay higher taxes but them."

In addition to finding loopholes and write-offs to decrease his taxes, John Kerry has declined to pay a small, voluntary tax in his home state. The Massachusetts state income tax code contains a provision allowing payers to contribute an extra .6% of their income to benefit the commonwealth. Kerry has consistently failed to pay the extra money, which would have amounted to $687 dollars last year.

"John Kerry thinks other hardworking Americans should pay more taxes while he and his billionaire wife pay as little as possible," continued Norquist. "The hypocrisy John Kerry shows on his own tax return is not indicative of the character and judgment America needs in our President."



Americans for Tax Reform is a non-partisan coalition of taxpayers and taxpayer groups who oppose all federal and state tax increases. For more information or to arrange an interview please contact Christopher Butler at (202) 785-0266 or by email at cbutler@atr.org.

http://www.atr.org/pressreleases/2004/pr-kerrystaxes-9-7-04.htm

[Foosinho]

Don't hate the player; hate the game, baby!

OK, I can't walk away without expanding upon the flip comment. Kerry wants to raise his own taxes, and somehow that's being spun to show that he wants to ensure he pays less tax than everyone else? Huh?

He paid the amount the tax law says. That amount happens to be a lot less proportionately than most Americans pay. This happens to prove that rich folk pay less in taxes. He says that's unfair, and wants to change the tax law to bring it into balance. So... what's the problem?

[Matt in the Hat]

WASHINGTON, D.C. - John Kerry has repeatedly called for increasing taxes on the "wealthy" so the affluent "pay their fair share" for the "common good." Ironically, John and Theresa Heinz Kerry, who comprise one the richest families in the world, pay relatively little income tax.

Last year, John Kerry and his wife paid just 12% of their combined income in income taxes, despite their assertion that the rich should contribute increased amounts to government coffers. In contrast, President and Mrs. Bush, who had a substantially lower income than the Kerry's, paid over 28% in taxes.

"John Kerry wants other Americans to pay higher taxes while he and his wife manage to pay a rate lower than most of the middle class," said ATR President Grover Norquist. "Apparently, the Kerry's think everyone else should pay higher taxes but them."

In addition to finding loopholes and write-offs to decrease his taxes, John Kerry has declined to pay a small, voluntary tax in his home state. The Massachusetts state income tax code contains a provision allowing payers to contribute an extra .6% of their income to benefit the commonwealth. Kerry has consistently failed to pay the extra money, which would have amounted to $687 dollars last year.

"John Kerry thinks other hardworking Americans should pay more taxes while he and his billionaire wife pay as little as possible," continued Norquist. "The hypocrisy John Kerry shows on his own tax return is not indicative of the character and judgment America needs in our President."



Americans for Tax Reform is a non-partisan coalition of taxpayers and taxpayer groups who oppose all federal and state tax increases. For more information or to arrange an interview please contact Christopher Butler at (202) 785-0266 or by email at cbutler@atr.org.

http://www.atr.org/pressreleases/2004/pr-kerrystaxes-9-7-04.htm
1) Do you have an opinion of your own
2) He must have a great tax lawyer. Good for him

[stopper4]

Now, now. I'm not a Kerry fan but I've heard the man say on the stump things like:

"The President cut my taxes while raising yours."

"I only pay XXXX in taxes. I think that's too little."

"The President and I are in the same tax bracket. But I don't think my taxes need to be lowered."

[GringoTex]

Last year, John Kerry and his wife paid just 12% of their combined income in income taxes, despite their assertion that the rich should contribute increased amounts to government coffers. In contrast, President and Mrs. Bush, who had a substantially lower income than the Kerry's, paid over 28% in taxes.

If this isn't the ultimate proof that the middle class are getting screwed by our tax system for the benefit of the rich, then I don't know what is.

[nicephoras]

WASHINGTON, D.C. - John Kerry has repeatedly called for increasing taxes on the "wealthy" so the affluent "pay their fair share" for the "common good." Ironically, John and Theresa Heinz Kerry, who comprise one the richest families in the world, pay relatively little income tax.

Last year, John Kerry and his wife paid just 12% of their combined income in income taxes, despite their assertion that the rich should contribute increased amounts to government coffers. In contrast, President and Mrs. Bush, who had a substantially lower income than the Kerry's, paid over 28% in taxes.

"John Kerry wants other Americans to pay higher taxes while he and his wife manage to pay a rate lower than most of the middle class," said ATR President Grover Norquist. "Apparently, the Kerry's think everyone else should pay higher taxes but them."

In addition to finding loopholes and write-offs to decrease his taxes, John Kerry has declined to pay a small, voluntary tax in his home state. The Massachusetts state income tax code contains a provision allowing payers to contribute an extra .6% of their income to benefit the commonwealth. Kerry has consistently failed to pay the extra money, which would have amounted to $687 dollars last year.

"John Kerry thinks other hardworking Americans should pay more taxes while he and his billionaire wife pay as little as possible," continued Norquist. "The hypocrisy John Kerry shows on his own tax return is not indicative of the character and judgment America needs in our President."



Americans for Tax Reform is a non-partisan coalition of taxpayers and taxpayer groups who oppose all federal and state tax increases. For more information or to arrange an interview please contact Christopher Butler at (202) 785-0266 or by email at cbutler@atr.org.

http://www.atr.org/pressreleases/2004/pr-kerrystaxes-9-7-04.htm

Oh for ********'s sake, this was covered already! (http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?p=3162497#post3162497)

[mozilla]

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. . . taxes are for the little people . . .

[stopper4]

Duh.

Didn't you read "Rich Dad, Poor Dad"?

[Barbara]

WASHINGTON, D.C. - John Kerry has repeatedly called for increasing taxes on the "wealthy" so the affluent "pay their fair share" for the "common good." Ironically, John and Theresa Heinz Kerry, who comprise one the richest families in the world, pay relatively little income tax.

Last year, John Kerry and his wife paid just 12% of their combined income in income taxes, despite their assertion that the rich should contribute increased amounts to government coffers. In contrast, President and Mrs. Bush, who had a substantially lower income than the Kerry's, paid over 28% in taxes.

"John Kerry wants other Americans to pay higher taxes while he and his wife manage to pay a rate lower than most of the middle class," said ATR President Grover Norquist. "Apparently, the Kerry's think everyone else should pay higher taxes but them."

In addition to finding loopholes and write-offs to decrease his taxes, John Kerry has declined to pay a small, voluntary tax in his home state. The Massachusetts state income tax code contains a provision allowing payers to contribute an extra .6% of their income to benefit the commonwealth. Kerry has consistently failed to pay the extra money, which would have amounted to $687 dollars last year.

"John Kerry thinks other hardworking Americans should pay more taxes while he and his billionaire wife pay as little as possible," continued Norquist. "The hypocrisy John Kerry shows on his own tax return is not indicative of the character and judgment America needs in our President."



Americans for Tax Reform is a non-partisan coalition of taxpayers and taxpayer groups who oppose all federal and state tax increases. For more information or to arrange an interview please contact Christopher Butler at (202) 785-0266 or by email at cbutler@atr.org.

http://www.atr.org/pressreleases/2004/pr-kerrystaxes-9-7-04.htm


So let me get this straight, because I'm not sure what you're complaining about.

The Kerry's allegedly paid, on a percentage basis, a lower tax bill than those of us with more modest incomes. Kerry says publically that the wealthy aren't paying enough in taxes and would like to raise said wealthy people's (including, presumably, his own) taxes.

Seems to me you're proving his point for him.

If you're trying to imply that he should donate money to the government that he isn't required to pay well then your place on my ignore list will be well earned.

[Foosinho]

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. . . taxes are for the little people . . .
You are now officially a troll. Get the hell out of this forum.

[riverplate]

Interesting that all the idiots believe the solution is to raise Kerry's taxes to the proportionate level the "little guy" pays.

I have a better idea. How about the opposite? Lower the "little guy's" taxes to the proportionate level Kerry pays.

[TheSlipperyOne]

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. . . taxes are for the little people . . .

I hate to resort to "FYP" posts, but you really deserve this one.

Fixed your post.

[mozilla]

You are entitled to your opinion. So am I.

Just be sure to file your taxes on time. Kerry needs his paycheck :p

[mozilla]

Interesting that all the idiots believe the solution is to raise Kerry's taxes to the proportionate level the "little guy" pays.

I have a better idea. How about the opposite? Lower the "little guy's" taxes to the proportionate level Kerry pays.

Excellent idea!

[TheSlipperyOne]

You are entitled to your opinion. So am I.


What exactly is your opinion here?

[GringoTex]

Interesting that all the idiots believe the solution is to raise Kerry's taxes to the proportionate level the "little guy" pays.

I have a better idea. How about the opposite? Lower the "little guy's" taxes to the proportionate level Kerry pays.
Is that an example of "Argentinian" economics?

[TheSlipperyOne]

I have a better idea. How about the opposite? Lower the "little guy's" taxes to the proportionate level Kerry pays.

I have an even better idea. How about no taxes for anyone? That would be awesome! :rolleyes:

[superdave]

Interesting that all the idiots believe the solution is to raise Kerry's taxes to the proportionate level the "little guy" pays.

I have a better idea. How about the opposite? Lower the "little guy's" taxes to the proportionate level Kerry pays.

Because we have a deficit of over $400B.

[Chris M.]

You are entitled to your opinion. So am I.



You are entitled to one, you just don't seem to exercise that right very much. All you did was cut and paste a press release, which I assume you did not prepare.

I do agree that this is an outrage. We should get someone in there who can fix this problem. :D

[riverplate]

I do agree that this is an outrage. We should get someone in there who can fix this problem. :D

Steve Forbes isn't running this year. We missed our one real chance.