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PERDUE — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 16:03:19 GMT

Wow interesting post. I didn't know this. It never would've crossed my mind that even after I give up my citizenship I would still be required to put money in the kitty. If America is nothing else you have to admit that it is consistent with the freedom to be greedy. I guess we have to ask ourselves, where were we when the laws were being enacted? and how much representation do our elected officials offer us, the average citizens

what tax do you pay if you win a foreign lotto?

savagegoose — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 16:38:54 GMT

i read this on a an article online, thought i would highlite the bits i thought relevant. So even if you are a US citzen . living over seas, and win on a foreign lottery you pay uncle sam his cut.

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When the nation's President raises income taxes, foreigners like my friend leave and government income goes down.

Unfortunately, YOU CAN'T LEAVE.

Wait a minute. This is America, land of the free, right?

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