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The rich give to help the rich:
As an article published on Salon recently pointed out, the rich have a tendency to give generously to institutions and endowments that serve “their kind” and not the needy. [A] large portion of the charitable deductions now claimed by America’s wealthy are for donations to culture palaces – operas, art museums, symphonies, and theaters – where they spend their leisure time hobnobbing with other wealthy benefactors. Another portion is for contributions to the elite prep schools and universities they once attended or want their children to attend. (Such institutions typically give preference in admissions, a kind of affirmative action, to applicants and “legacies” whose parents have been notably generous.) Art museums and Ivy League schools need money too, of course, but so do the nation’s hungry and homeless. A dollar donated to an art museum gives you the same amount of tax deductions as one spent at a soup kitchen. The numbers do not favor the poor, either. The Washington Post found that around 70% of all charitable contributions went to charities that do not specifically help the poor. http://tinyurl.com/qhxbmlj -- Religion: together we can find the cure. |
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"F.O.A.D." wrote:
The rich give to help the rich: As an article published on Salon recently pointed out, the rich have a tendency to give generously to institutions and endowments that serve “their kind” and not the needy. [A] large portion of the charitable deductions now claimed by America’s wealthy are for donations to culture palaces – operas, art museums, symphonies, and theaters – where they spend their leisure time hobnobbing with other wealthy benefactors. Another portion is for contributions to the elite prep schools and universities they once attended or want their children to attend. (Such institutions typically give preference in admissions, a kind of affirmative action, to applicants and “legacies” whose parents have been notably generous.) Art museums and Ivy League schools need money too, of course, but so do the nation’s hungry and homeless. A dollar donated to an art museum gives you the same amount of tax deductions as one spent at a soup kitchen. The numbers do not favor the poor, either. The Washington Post found that around 70% of all charitable contributions went to charities that do not specifically help the poor. http://tinyurl.com/qhxbmlj Yup. Like Harvard. $30 billion plus in endowment. $172 million in need based scholarships. One of the stingiest schools in the country. |
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On 12/16/13, 12:27 PM, Califbill wrote:
"F.O.A.D." wrote: The rich give to help the rich: As an article published on Salon recently pointed out, the rich have a tendency to give generously to institutions and endowments that serve “their kind” and not the needy. [A] large portion of the charitable deductions now claimed by America’s wealthy are for donations to culture palaces – operas, art museums, symphonies, and theaters – where they spend their leisure time hobnobbing with other wealthy benefactors. Another portion is for contributions to the elite prep schools and universities they once attended or want their children to attend. (Such institutions typically give preference in admissions, a kind of affirmative action, to applicants and “legacies” whose parents have been notably generous.) Art museums and Ivy League schools need money too, of course, but so do the nation’s hungry and homeless. A dollar donated to an art museum gives you the same amount of tax deductions as one spent at a soup kitchen. The numbers do not favor the poor, either. The Washington Post found that around 70% of all charitable contributions went to charities that do not specifically help the poor. http://tinyurl.com/qhxbmlj Yup. Like Harvard. $30 billion plus in endowment. $172 million in need based scholarships. One of the stingiest schools in the country. Not to worry, Bilious...an "illegal" took your potential job there, mopping floors. He spoke and understood plain English, skills you are lacking. He *knew* Texas was in "da south." -- Religion: together we can find the cure. |
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"F.O.A.D." wrote:
On 12/16/13, 12:27 PM, Califbill wrote: "F.O.A.D." wrote: The rich give to help the rich: As an article published on Salon recently pointed out, the rich have a tendency to give generously to institutions and endowments that serve “their kind” and not the needy. [A] large portion of the charitable deductions now claimed by America’s wealthy are for donations to culture palaces – operas, art museums, symphonies, and theaters – where they spend their leisure time hobnobbing with other wealthy benefactors. Another portion is for contributions to the elite prep schools and universities they once attended or want their children to attend. (Such institutions typically give preference in admissions, a kind of affirmative action, to applicants and “legacies” whose parents have been notably generous.) Art museums and Ivy League schools need money too, of course, but so do the nation’s hungry and homeless. A dollar donated to an art museum gives you the same amount of tax deductions as one spent at a soup kitchen. The numbers do not favor the poor, either. The Washington Post found that around 70% of all charitable contributions went to charities that do not specifically help the poor. http://tinyurl.com/qhxbmlj Yup. Like Harvard. $30 billion plus in endowment. $172 million in need based scholarships. One of the stingiest schools in the country. Not to worry, Bilious...an "illegal" took your potential job there, mopping floors. He spoke and understood plain English, skills you are lacking. He *knew* Texas was in "da south." What the hell. Is True North who was a floor mopper. And I understand English very well, even have a decent understanding of Spanish. Better to tell the worker what to do. The English speaker like you and Kevin are looking for government handouts, and not paying taxes, instead of looking for work. |
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F.O.A.D. wrote:
The rich give to help the rich: As an article published on Salon recently pointed out, the rich have a tendency to give generously to institutions and endowments that serve “their kind” and not the needy. [A] large portion of the charitable deductions now claimed by America’s wealthy are for donations to culture palaces – operas, art museums, symphonies, and theaters – where they spend their leisure time hobnobbing with other wealthy benefactors. Another portion is for contributions to the elite prep schools and universities they once attended or want their children to attend. (Such institutions typically give preference in admissions, a kind of affirmative action, to applicants and “legacies” whose parents have been notably generous.) Art museums and Ivy League schools need money too, of course, but so do the nation’s hungry and homeless. A dollar donated to an art museum gives you the same amount of tax deductions as one spent at a soup kitchen. The numbers do not favor the poor, either. The Washington Post found that around 70% of all charitable contributions went to charities that do not specifically help the poor. http://tinyurl.com/qhxbmlj Like forced union dues, eh? |
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On Monday, December 16, 2013 8:18:34 PM UTC-5, Earl wrote:
Like forced union dues, eh? Like the ones Krause STOLE from Members, you know, the ones that actually WORK. Unlike Krause, who sits in his basement, getting head from Cockhole White.. |
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On Monday, December 16, 2013 10:49:09 AM UTC-6, F.O.A.D. wrote:
The rich give to help the rich: Hey Harry. Surely you're a charitable man. Instead of gripe about "the rich" why don't you tell us what YOU give and WHO it helps? |
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On Tue, 17 Dec 2013 04:09:53 -0800 (PST), Tim wrote:
On Monday, December 16, 2013 10:49:09 AM UTC-6, F.O.A.D. wrote: The rich give to help the rich: Hey Harry. Surely you're a charitable man. Instead of gripe about "the rich" why don't you tell us what YOU give and WHO it helps? Good morning, Tim. All you have to do is look at Harry's income tax return. Oh....never mind....I forgot. John H. -- Hope you're having a great day! |
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On Tue, 17 Dec 2013 07:13:41 -0500, John H.
wrote: All you have to do is look at Harry's income tax return. Oh....never mind....I forgot. === Harry thinks that paying taxes is for other people. |
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On 12/17/13, 7:09 AM, Tim wrote:
On Monday, December 16, 2013 10:49:09 AM UTC-6, F.O.A.D. wrote: The rich give to help the rich: Hey Harry. Surely you're a charitable man. Instead of gripe about "the rich" why don't you tell us what YOU give and WHO it helps? We give to nonsectarian organizations that help families and individuals in need of shelter, clothing, food, and medical attention. -- Religion: together we can find the cure. |
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