Reply #138: do the people you know

[Bluerthanblue]

with hold all their taxes, or the portion that is dedicated to military defense?

I too know and respect a couple who has taken this stand. It is a reflection of their whole life outlook- not done 'lightly' or without understanding of the risk they face by doing so-

Nor do my friends threaten the government with violent armed conflice should they be held to account for thier decision.

The IRS isn't in a position to tell people they can withhold money if they choose not to- and they shouldn't- The right of 'redress' is not a 'I just won't pay' and no one can touch me- clause. Rather it is your RIGHT to go before court and ask not to be held liable for the tax- at least as I have learned the history of this ammendment.