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May 29, 2019

Title: Who Really Pays All the Taxes?
Topic: Taxes: Who Really Pays Their Fair Share

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

New data shows that the top one percent of income earners bear the burden of thirty-seven percent of all income taxes. This is nearly twice as much as their share of income. Who shares the rest of the tax burden? How many people don’t pay any taxes?

Pete Sepp is the President of the National Taxpayers Union. Listen as he shares the facts…

NOTE: The information in this segment is from the latest numbers available from 2016.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who are considered “rich taxpayers” (the top five percent)?

Do the top one percent of taxpayers pay a small or huge percent of taxes?

Is there a law that stops the super-rich from paying too much money to the government? Hint: Nope. “In fact, the US Treasury’s Bureau of the Public Debt welcomes contributions from taxpayers who actually want to designate their money to reduce the national debt,” Pete Sepp informs. Listen as he reveals how many people actually do this every year!

What percentage of taxes do the top ten percent earners pay?

What is the TCJA: Tax Cut and Jobs Act? Has it helped or hindered the tax burden?

What percent of the Federal inflow of money comes from the top fifty percent? How much do they pay in taxes?

Does the US have some of the highest tax rates in the world?

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March 1, 2019

Title: Who Really Pays All the Taxes?
Topic: Taxes: Who Really Pays Their Fair Share

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

New data shows that the top one percent of income earners bear the burden of thirty-seven percent of all income taxes. This is nearly twice as much as their share of income. Who shares the rest of the tax burden? How many people don’t pay any taxes?

Pete Sepp is the President of the National Taxpayers Union. Listen as he shares the facts…

NOTE: The information in this segment is from the latest numbers available from 2016.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who are considered “rich taxpayers” (the top five percent)?

Do the top one percent of taxpayers pay a small or huge percent of taxes?

Is there a law that stops the super-rich from paying too much money to the government? Hint: Nope. “In fact, the US Treasury’s Bureau of the Public Debt welcomes contributions from taxpayers who actually want to designate their money to reduce the national debt,” Pete Sepp informs. Listen as he reveals how many people actually do this every year!

What percentage of taxes do the top ten percent earners pay?

What is the TCJA: Tax Cut and Jobs Act? Has it helped or hindered the tax burden?

What percent of the Federal inflow of money comes from the top fifty percent? How much do they pay in taxes?

Does the US have some of the highest tax rates in the world?

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February 19, 2019

Title: Who Really Pays All the Taxes?
Topic: Taxes: Who Really Pays Their Fair Share

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

New data shows that the top one percent of income earners bear the burden of thirty-seven percent of all income taxes. This is nearly twice as much as their share of income. Who shares the rest of the tax burden? How many people don’t pay any taxes?

Pete Sepp is the President of the National Taxpayers Union. Listen as he shares the facts…

NOTE: The information in this segment is from the latest numbers available from 2016.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who are considered “rich taxpayers” (the top five percent)?

Do the top one percent of taxpayers pay a small or huge percent of taxes?

Is there a law that stops the super-rich from paying too much money to the government? Hint: Nope. “In fact, the US Treasury’s Bureau of the Public Debt welcomes contributions from taxpayers who actually want to designate their money to reduce the national debt,” Pete Sepp informs. Listen as he reveals how many people actually do this every year!

What percentage of taxes do the top ten percent earners pay?

What is the TCJA: Tax Cut and Jobs Act? Has it helped or hindered the tax burden?

What percent of the Federal inflow of money comes from the top fifty percent? How much do they pay in taxes?

Does the US have some of the highest tax rates in the world?

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June 27, 2018

Title: Internet Sales Tax: Good or Bad?
Topic: Internet Sales Tax

Discussed by Andrew Moylan
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 1 of 2

Up until the explosion of shopping in your pajamas and having it delivered to your doorstep, the adage in retail was: Location. Location. Location.

So the question is this: Should you shop with your neighborhood small business, or shop with the big-box store, saving maybe 10% on your total purchase?

Andrew Moylan is the Interstate Commerce Initiative Director with the National Taxpayers Union. Today he will be discussing whether or not a sales tax for online retailers is necessary.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Does location really matter for any business?

Does everyone like to save money?

Are big-box stores driving smaller, family-owned stores out of business?

Should far-away warehouses be given a price advantage over local retailers? Is that fair?

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Title: Part 2 of 2 - Internet Sales Tax: Good or Bad?
Topic: Internet Sales Tax

Discussed by Andrew Moylan
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Should Internet retail sellers be required to collect sales taxes? Terry and Andrew Moylan disagree on this issue! Listen to find out why and how…

Also, what is the current law concerning internet sales tax?

Are more and more people shopping online compared to when these laws were passed?

Amazon is already collecting sales tax for every taxable purchase made on their website. How is this accomplished? Is it creating a nightmare?

Who is responsible for the audit? This creates an even bigger nightmare! Listen as Andrew explains…

Send Terry your thoughts on this topic! Click here  for more…

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September 11, 2014

Title: Ten Bi-Partisan "No-Brainer" Bills Congress Should Pass
Topic: Do-Nothing Congress

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 1 of 3

The current members of Congress have been sitting on their duffs for far too long. It is way past time for them to act – on something – anything. Please just show us that you still know how to do your job – or at least pretend to.

Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, says there are ten bi-partisan bills just waiting – begging – to be looked at and passed. One such bill is HR916 which suggests that the government set up an asset inventory department, allowing the Secretary of the Interior to maintain and track federally owned land. You might be thinking “What?!?! The government doesn’t already keep track of this?” The answer is “NO!” It’s no wonder our government is so out of touch!

Another bill, HR6, would give way to thousands upon thousands of jobs – nearly 45,000 jobs – to streamline the process for current and future liquefied natural gas export applications. In other words, individual states and even the federal government could make millions, if not billions, of beautiful dollars if we were allowed to export our natural gas resources to other countries that so desperately need energy. This would also strengthen our economic and political ties around the world.

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Title: Part 2 of 3 - Ten Bi-Partisan "No-Brainer" Bills Congress Should Pass
Topic: Do-Nothing Congress

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The Marketplace Fairness Act is a law enacted by the federal government which places different taxes on companies in different states. There is a new bill, HR3086, that Pete says is different than The Marketplace Fairness Act. HR3086, or the Permanent Internet Tax Freedom Act, would prohibit internet companies from placing unnecessary taxes on consumers and businesses. Pete Sepp explains the difference. HR3086 has already passed the House; it just needs permission from the Senate. Let’s get it done, folks! Time is running out! The current ban on internet taxes is set to expire November 1. Call your Congressman to tell them to put HR3086 to vote now! And to vote in FAVOR!

Another great bi-partisan bill Congress needs to act on swiftly is the Transparent Airfares Act, HR4156. When you purchased your last airplane ticket, where did all the taxes and fees money actually go? Don’t know? That’s because it’s not currently disclosed to consumers! HR4156 would require airlines to disclose where taxes and fees are dispersed for every ticket purchased. Sometimes this is 20% of your ticket price for a domestic flight! Wouldn’t you like to know if that “passenger security” fee is actually going to make your flight more secure? Maybe it’s going to clean the toilet!

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Title: Part 3 of 3 - Ten Bi-Partisan "No-Brainer" Bills Congress Should Pass
Topic: Do-Nothing Congress

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

In this last segment, Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, discusses HR2575, the Save American Workers Act. Under Obamacare, the new work week is categorized as 30 hours. Great, right? NO! Absolutely the opposite! This doesn’t mean that you can now work 30 hours and get paid the same. This means that employers are not responsible for providing insurance for employees who were once considered part-time workers. So employers are now cutting back hours, laying off workers, not hiring more workers, or raising prices for their goods to pass along to consumers. The Save American Workers Act would redefine the “30 hour work week” within Obamacare. This one is a “must pass” bill.

Also discussed in this last segment are HR1423 The Taxpayer’s Right-To-Know Act, HR2429 The Death Tax Repeal Act, and HR2638 The Foreign Aid Transparency and Accountability Act. Listen in to hear more about these and the other Ten Bi-Partisan “No-Brainer” Bills Congress Should Pass before they recess for the mid-term elections.

As always, you can learn more about financial issues facing our nation at www.NTU.org. 

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May 2, 2014

Title: A House of Cards
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 1 of 2

Kevin Spacey plays U.S. Congressman Frank Underwood the Netflix original series “House of Cards”, but it looks like the government is playing with a loaded house of cards – for real.

The show is filmed in Maryland and has been in negotiations with the Governor over the incredible tax breaks the producers were demanding.
Pete Sepp is the VP of Communications with the National Taxpayers Union. He discusses the tax breaks, the impact on the economy, and what it all means for the future.

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Title: Part 2 of 2 - A House of Cards
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The production of season 3 of “House of Cards” is said to bring an estimated $120 million to the people of Maryland and has provided thousands of jobs. Oh, really?

Pete Sepp continues his discussion on the impact filming has had on the locals and what they expect to see in the future.

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April 7, 2014

Title: How Much Do You Owe?
Topic: National Debt Will Bury America

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 1 of 3

There are a lot of people who live in America. The latest numbers from the census bureau reveal that approximately 317 million souls are living within our borders. These numbers include 93% native or naturalized citizens. The other 7 percent are people who are non-citizens, but are here legally, such as foreign students on visas.

We all know that there are not 317 million people currently living in the United States. That number is significantly higher when you factor in all the illegal aliens spread across the states.

Pete Sepp, VP of Communications with the National Taxpayers Union, discusses exactly how many “citizens” pay taxes in excess to the amount they receive in benefits (credits) – only about 91.7 million tax filers become taxpayers.

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Title: Part 2 of 3
Topic: National Debt Will Bury America

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

America’s current national debt is a whopping $17.54 trillion. $17,054,000,000,000.00. That is a lot of zeroes. The national debt has risen significantly under the Presidency of Barack Obama. It continues to increase monthly, daily, weekly – even by the minute.

How much would each citizen need to pay – right now, today – to pay off the national debt? How much would each tax payer need to pay? Listen in as Pete Sepp discusses some startling figures.

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Title: Part 3 of 3
Topic: National Debt Will Bury America

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp continues talking money and figures. Right now, the top 50% of tax payers earn more than $34,800. The top 25% earn more than $70,000.

Each taxpayer (you and your spouse filing jointly count as one taxpayer) owes $191,275.89 and growing without adding interest. On a 30-year note, your payment without interest, would be $531 per month.

The government will need to sell a lot of weed to pay off our debt! (Tongue in cheek, people! I am NOT advocating the sale of marijuana as a way to fix our rising national debt debacle.) The IRS should be required to send a postcard invoice to every taxpayer 45 days before every federal election.

Log on to www.NTU.org for more information on this and other tax issues.

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December 13, 2013

Title: Bargaining Position and Minimum Wage
Topic: Minimum Wage Increase

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 1 of 2

In response to the recent budget agreement announcement in WDC, Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, said:

"Despite a great deal of patient negotiations, the agreement reached by Representative Paul Ryan and Senator Patty Murray leaves a lot of unanswered questions for taxpayers – and several answered ones that are discouraging. It busts the reasonable spending caps enacted just two years ago – proving that once again, Congress cannot abide by even basic fiscal restraints…The fact is, the deal takes more money out of the wallets of the American people and sends it to Washington to fund Congress's insatiable desire to spend more.”

Listen in as Pete Sepp explains.

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Title: Part 2 of 2
Topic: Minimum Wage Increase

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

In this second segment, Pete Sepp discusses the increase in minimum wage.

Who is really affected? Who pays for the increased labor costs?

The average American citizen will be hammered with new taxes and costs all across the board. Lawmakers should take a very close look at this and consider all the consequences.

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June 10, 2013

Title: Considering Downsizing Your Home? Don’t…But Why?
Topic: National Debt Will Bury America

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Let’s all get a wheelbarrow and go to the end of the “bridge to nowhere” and scoop up our share of what the government is spending.

Challenge: research for yourself all those who hold the U.S. National Debt. Who will be willing to just forgive the U.S. Government and say, “U.S. Government, you don’t have to pay us back”. No one! Everyone will want to get their investments back.

Japan had an entire ‘lost decade’. American will have hers. If you are thinking about downsizing now that all the kids are all off to college…they will be back…with their families…so you will need the room.

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March 19, 2013

Title: How Much Less is Your Paycheck?
Topic: Tax Shifting

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 1 of 2

When Obama pointed his boney finger at the camera and said that only the rich would get higher taxes, was he just mistaken or did he outright lie?

Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, believes that Obama and his goons knew all along what they were doing and what was going to happen to the middle class, yet they chose to ignore it. And the raise in taxes on your paycheck is just the beginning. Just wait until Obamacare is in full swing…

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Title: What Is Really Affected by the Sequester?
Topic: Tax Shifting

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 2 of 2

How badly will the military be affected by the Sequester? Did the White House really need to stop giving tours to save money?

Pete Sepp and his wife were able to readjust spending and make a new budget when they were hit with higher taxes this year. And they’ll do it again next year, like they’ve done every year. Millions of families and businesses have done the same.

So why can’t the government? What makes their “stuff” so much more important that they can’t cut a few corners and do away with a few things?

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February 12, 2013

Title: Happy New Year Taxes!
Topic: Taxes

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 1 of 2

It’s a new year, which means new taxes.

We avoided the “fiscal cliff” (if you can even call it that) but what are the new taxes that are hitting your paychecks? There are also new taxes at the grocery store, mall, and restaurants - everywhere! Are they ever going to end?

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Title: Part 2 of 2
Topic: Taxes

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The national debt is over $16 Trillion now.

That’s not just a lot of money…that’s A LOT OF MONEY! What can be done to not only reduce the debt, but eliminate it all together? Will we become known as the “United States of America that belongs to China, Cuba, Russia, Saudi Arabia”....?

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January 11, 2013

Title: Happy New Year Taxes!
Topic: Taxes

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 1 of 2

It’s a new year, which means new taxes.

We avoided the “fiscal cliff” (if you can even call it that) but what are the new taxes that are hitting your paychecks? There are also new taxes at the grocery store, mall, and restaurants - everywhere! Are they ever going to end?

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Title: Part 2 of 2
Topic: Taxes

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The national debt is over $16 Trillion now.

That’s not just a lot of money…that’s A LOT OF MONEY! What can be done to not only reduce the debt, but eliminate it all together? Will we become known as the “United States of America that belongs to China, Cuba, Russia, Saudi Arabia”....?

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December 6, 2012

Title: The Fiscal Cliff - To Jump or Not to Jump?
Topic: Fiscal Cliff

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 1 of 3

Is the end in sight? I mean, the GOOD end - the one where America doesn’t get shoved over the cliff to the waiting Chinese - errrrr….crocodiles - below. We don’t want the BAD end. For more reasons than I care to think about.

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Title: Part 2 of 3
Topic: Fiscal Cliff

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Republicans want their way. Democrats think their way is better.

Who’s right? Who’s wrong? What must BOTH sides do to get this country on her feet again?

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Title: Part 3 of 3
Topic: Fiscal Cliff

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Visit www.NTU.org to learn more about what the National Taxpayers Union is doing to help you win against the government.

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November 13, 2012

Title: Line Item By Line Item Veto: Only Course Of Action? Do You Agree?
Topic: Budget

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

What is in the law that will happen if congress does nothing between today and December 31st, 2012? What will happen with income tax rates?

Why didn't the mainstream media highlight these factors during the campaign? Will there be dire fiscal consequences in 2013? What about administrative consequences?

Did the NTU take the lead in preparing a letter to Capitol Hill urging congress to respect the current $109 billion level of scheduled spending reductions?

National Taxpayers Union (NTU) is America's independent, non-partisan advocate for overburdened taxpayers. NTU mobilizes elected officials and the general public on behalf of tax relief and reform, lower and less wasteful spending, individual liberty, and free enterprise. Founded in 1969, we work at all levels for the day when every taxpaying citizen's right to a limited government is among our nation's highest democratic principles.

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August 16, 2012

Title: Paul Ryan - Defender or Big Spender?
Topic: Politics

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 1 of 2

How many decades have you been involved with NTU? How do you come up with which issues that you count 'yays' and 'nays' on?

Why did the NTU rate Paul Ryan with just 75% in 2011 when in 2010 he had 92%? What caused his fall? Tell us about his lifetime of 75%!

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Title: Part 2 of 2
Topic: Politics

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Historically, what would you say of Paul Ryan if and when he becomes vice president? Will he be a defender of the taxpayers or a friend of the big spenders?

Can Paul Ryan look in the camera and in a 30 second to two minute sound bite articulate the enormous problems America faces with its overspending?

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July 26, 2012

Title: Congress' Mismanagement Has Led Post Office to Brink of Fiscal Disaster!
Topic: Congress

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 1 of 2

If "pro" is the opposite of "con", does that mean congress is the opposite of progress?

What is happening with the Post Office that is a disaster waiting to happen?

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Title: Part 2 of 2
Topic: Congress

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

What business in America has more retail outlets and retail locations than Starbucks, 7-11, McDonalds, and UPS combined?

Are labor costs eating up over 80% of their cash flow? Has the mail volume declined by greater than 20% since 2007?

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May 3, 2012

Title: Since "Pro" Is The Opposite of "Con", Progress Must Be The Opposite of Congress!
Topic: Congress

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 1 of 2

Special guest Pete Sepp answers:

Is "pro" the opposite of "con"? If so, Is progress the opposite of congress? Why is the best congress one that is adjourned, not one that is in session?

What is the problem with the domestic fuels act of 2012? Why would the NTU come out against a bill that would increase the use of ethanol by 50%?

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Title: Part 2 of 2
Topic: Congress

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Is this bill essentially a shield for an industry against liability? Why do you sympathize with industry?

Why would congress limit liability when they are mandating the use of a product? What is the underlying issue?

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April 12, 2012

Title: Do scorecards really tell the truth? Are they an accurate tool voters can use when deciding which candidate to vote for?
Topic: Voter ID

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 1 of 2

Do scorecards tell the truth? Are they good tools that voters can use when deciding which candidate to vote for?

Are statistics solely deceptive? Or can one depend on them? How do you take deception out of the picture? What is the NTU?

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Title: Part 2 of 2
Topic: Voter ID

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Since when has the NTU been reining in our Representatives and Senators? What did your latest report reveal?

Who was the best taxpayer protector in congress? How did Ron Paul do? When you rank Representatives and Senators, do you take into account that persons persuasion techniques?

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October 10, 2011

Title: Is “Common Ground” A Starting Point For Cutting Government Spending?
Topic: Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The National Taxpayers Union and the U.S. Public Interest Research Group’s published a new “Common Ground” Report which targets over $1 trillion in budget reductions.

America cannot continue spending by borrowing and asking our kids, grandkids and great-grandkids to pay for it!

Recent history has shown that members of both parties are addicted to spending. The NTU and their partner have published a report: “Common Ground”. This report can be the starting point for regaining control of government spending.

For more, please visit www.ntu.org.

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September 26, 2011

Title: Will Congress Find Common Ground and Agree to 1.5 Trillion Dollars In Deficit Reduction?
Topic: Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

"Toward Common Ground: Bridging the Political Divide with Deficit Reduction Recommendations for the Super Committee" has been released by the National Taxpayers Union.

Log onto their website at www.NTU.org  for the breakdown on their summary of recommendations for nearly a trillion dollars of savings.

Send us your comments and suggestions. (Do you agree with their $428.8 billion in various cuts in military spending?)

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September 21, 2011

Title: Will Congress Find Common Ground and Agree to 1.5 Trillion Dollars In Deficit Reduction?
Topic: Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

"Toward Common Ground: Bridging the Political Divide with Deficit Reduction Recommendations for the Super Committee" has been released by the National Taxpayers Union.

Log onto their website at www.NTU.org  for the breakdown on their summary of recommendations for nearly a trillion dollars of savings.

Send us your comments and suggestions. (Do you agree with their $428.8 billion in various cuts in military spending?)

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September 12, 2011

Title: Should the U.S. Postal Service Be Replaced With Private Mail Delivery?
Topic: U.S. Postal Service

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Part 1 of 2

The U.S. Postal Service is 8 to 10 billion dollars in the red.

The average postal worker makes $80,000 in compensation plus benefits.

No wonder the postal system keeps losing money. Their labor costs are too high. No private business could stay in business with such labor costs.

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Title: Part 2 of 2
Topic: U.S. Postal Service

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

If you prefer to keep the U. S. Postal Service, how would you reduce costs? Send us your ideas.

Pete Sepp suggests the following cost-cutting measures:
1. Close some facilities.
2. Cut Saturday deliveries
3. Raise price of first class stamp
4. Raise cost when using bulk-mailing discounts
5. With the average postal working making $80,000 in salary plus benefits, reduce labor costs by cutting wages and benefits

How would you cut costs…or would you simply close the entire federal postal system and open mail delivery to private enterprise?

Send us your suggestions.

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August 10, 2011

Title: Will the Obama Proposals Put Americans Back to Work?
Topic: Obamanomics

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp answers:

    1. Is the US credit downgrade the fault of Tea Parties?

    2. Will any of the Obama Proposals put Americans back to work?

    3. Will tax hikes put Americans back to work?

    4. Will conforming US Patent Laws to UN standards, or European standards or anyone else’s standards put Americans back to work?

He further expresses some simple solutions for putting Americans back to work!

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June 16, 2011

Title: Republican Majority Brings Axe to Budgeting Cutting Process. But Should They Bring a Texas-Size Chain Saw?
Topic: Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Have hard-charging Members of the new House of Representatives brought a big enough axe to chop the federal deficit and debt down to size? Should our elected officials find a Texas-size chain saw to take to their budgets? Log onto www.NTU.org  and use the link for “BillTallyData” for an analysis of who is proposing more spending.

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June 6, 2011

Title: HELP WANTED
Topic: Canadian Pipeline

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Help Wanted: 343,000 new workers needed for the Keystone XL Pipeline Project. This pipeline would deliver an extra 500,000 barrels of oil from Canada, a trusted ally, to US refineries. But Senator Hillary Clinton keeps blocking it. Why? Log on to www.NTU.org  for all the info on this and other issues.

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April 11, 2011

Title: Is the “Path to Prosperity” a good starting point for regaining control of government spending?
Topic: Path to Prosperity

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Congressman Ryan introduces a blueprint for putting the nation’s finances on a more solid foundation. Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, discusses Congressman Ryan’s proposal by commenting: “Taxpayers deserve more progress toward balanced budgets. Further steps beyond the Path to Prosperity resolution should be taken to reach the goals of economic growth, job creation, and debt reduction much sooner than the legislation envisions”. More information can be found at www.ntu.org.

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November 10, 2010

Title: The Election is Over – But the Real Spending Battles are Just Beginning. Stay Involved
Topic: Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

In 1994, Republicans in the House of Representatives passed all ten planks in their Contract with America either in committee on through the entire House. But the US Senate was not as enthusiastic! Fast forward to today. Republicans will control the House, but Democrats control the US Senate and Obama is there to veto anything that does not fit ‘his’ agenda. So what can Republicans do? What should conservative voters do between now on November 2012?

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August 17, 2010

Title: 9-12-2010 In WDC – You’ll Come!
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Dear Taxpayer,

     Last year, we rocked the political world and shocked liberal pundits when we helped to organize the massive 9/12 March on Washington with our friends at FreedomWorks. Now we’re going to do it again, but it can’t happen without your help. We need every single fed up taxpayer like you to lend your voice, your sign, and your energy so that we can send our politicians a loud and clear message: “Shape up or ship out!” Won’t you answer the call to action and join us in Washington, DC on September 12^th for this historic event?

Sincerely,

You’re Grassroots Action Team at NTU

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August 4, 2010

Title: THE EVER SHRINKING MIDDLE CLASS
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The Business Insider has published 22 shocking statistics aimed at proving that the middle class is being systematically wiped out of existence in America. To view this list, log on to www.RedAlert.WND.com to view the article. Visit www.NTU.org for more from Pete Sepp and the National Taxpayers Union.

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July 29, 2010

Title: WHAT’S THE COST GONNA BE?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

What will happen to a middle-class family if ALL the Bush tax cuts expire? Will you suffer? Visit www.MyTaxBurden.org for more on this issue.

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June 10, 2010

Title: SPENDING BILLS
Topic: Out of Control Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Will Congress return to the days when spending-cut bills actually came somewhat close to balancing their agenda? That remains to be seen…Log on to www.NTU.org for more.

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March 16, 2010

Title: ROAD MAP TO THE FEDERAL DEFICIT Part 1 of 2
Topic: Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

We’ve all heard about the federal deficit and how in debt America is in. But do you know just how much your children and grandchildren - and their children and grandchildren - will be in debt because of our Elected Officials’ out of control spending? Log on to www.NTU.org for more startling statistics.

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Title: ROAD MAP TO THE FEDERAL DEFICIT Part 2 of 2
Topic: Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Call the White House switchboard at 1.202.456.1414 to voice your displeasure with the way President Obama and your Elected Officials are handling your tax dollars! To learn how you can help in other ways, visit www.NTU.org

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February 11, 2010

Title: HEY GOVERNMENT - HOME ECONOMICS COUPONS ARE COOL AGAIN! Part 1 of 2
Topic: Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

If government spending were reduced to its 2007 level, America would have a balanced budget - including a $163 billion surplus. This conclusion was discovered by a non-politician, George LeMieux, who was appointed to a vacant US Senate seat in Florida. So, why can’t our elected politicians figure this out?!?! Log on to www.NTU.org for more on this and other financial issues.

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Title: HEY GOVERNMENT - HOME ECONOMICS COUPONS ARE COOL AGAIN! Part 2 of 2
Topic: Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

After working for Florida Governor Charles Crist and managing a large law firm in Ft. Lauderdale, George LeMieux found the spending habits in WDC “bizarre”. “It’s much, much worse that I thought,” LeMieux stated. How can you help spread the word? Log on to www.NTU.org

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December 18, 2009

Title: DOES THE IRS OWE YOU MONEY? A Best of Segment
Topic: Does the IRS Owe You Money?

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

There are many reasons why the IRS may owe you money. Log onto www.NTU.org and use their link “Does The IRS Owe You Money” to find out if the IRS owes you money!

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September 17, 2009

Title: SHOULD WE ALLOW THE GOVERNMENT TO TAX ALL INTERNET SALES?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

New York State recently passed a law which allows the state to tax all internet sales, no matter if the item(s) purchased stays in state or is shipped across the country or to another country. The law is being appealed but if the Supreme Court allows this to happen in NY, then it will become standard practice nationwide! Call and email your EO’s NOW to stop this! Pete Sepp is with the National Taxpayers Union. Log on to www.NTU.org for more info.

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Title: REBOUND ACT
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Fact: The US Government has $150 BILLION in TARP money that has not yet been committed or spend. Fact: The US Government has up to $425 BILLION in uncommitted/unspent STIMULUS money. Call your EO’s to urge them to vote YES on the REBOUND Act - Reduce Barack Obama’s Unsustainable Deficit HR #3140. Log on to www.NTU.org for more info.

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September 9, 2009

Title: ARE YOU WILLING TO PAY MORE? Part 1 of 2
Topic: Climate Change

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

A new Rasmussen Reports show that more Americans are opposed to climate change. Also, more Americans say creating jobs is more important that taking steps to stop global warming. Log on to www.NTU.org for more.

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Title: ARE YOU WILLING TO PAY MORE Part 2 of 2
Topic: Climate Change

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Could you afford to pay $100 more per year for electricity, gasoline, or food? Most people could. But, what about $100 more per MONTH? Many people probably could not. This will happen if the cap and tax bill is passed. Do what you can to stop it - call or email your elected officials today and ask them to vote no!

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September 2, 2009

Title: DOES THE IRS OWE YOU MONEY?
Topic: Old Topic - A Best of Segment

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

There are many reasons why the IRS may owe you money. Log on to www.NTU.org and use their link “Does the IRS Owe You Money” to find out!

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September 1, 2009

Title: OUR KIDS AND GRANDKIDS HAVE BEEN SADDLED WITH A HUGE HOUSE NOTE!
Topic: Our Kids Are Going To Hate Us!

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The US National debt, as of Wednesday May, 13, was $11,272,897,541,856.93! That’s what we currently OWE - not what is projected over the next 5, 10, or 20 years. What we owe NOW! With 300 million Americans, but only 85 million taxpayers, that leaves each taxpaying American with a bill of $132,622.32 - not including interest OR what will be added during the remainder of our lives, our children’s’ lives, and our grandchildren’s lives. We must change this course NOW! Log on to www.NTU.org for more information on tax issues.

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August 18, 2009

Title: DOUBLE TROUBLE FOR TAX PAYERS Part 1 of 2
Topic: Government Controlled Healthcare

Discussed by Andrew Moylan
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Andrew Moylan, the Director of Government Affairs for the National Taxpayers Union, discusses the importance of citizen involvement when it comes to certain issues, such as Health Care Reform. Log on to www.NTU.org for more info.

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Title: DOUBLE TROUBLE FOR TAX PAYERS Part 2 of 2
Topic: Cap and Trade Bill In Congress

Discussed by Andrew Moylan
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Did Obama really say the UPS and FedEx are doing great? UPS is in the RED! Is he looking at a different UPS?

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August 7, 2009

Title: ALWAYS DOUBLE CHECK THE FACTS
Topic: Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Do you believe every email you receive? Probably not. But, what if the email comes from a trusted friend? Do you double check the facts before blabbing to your family, friends, and co-workers the news you heard? Always double check the facts!!!

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Title: SOURCES OF TAX REVENUE
Topic: Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Log on to www.NTU.org for more information on where your money goes and what it pays for.

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May 27, 2009

Title: OUR KIDS AND GRANDKIDS HAVE BEEN SADDLED WITH A HUGE HOUSE NOTE! Best of Segment
Topic: Our Kids Are Going To Hate Us!

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The US National debt, as of Wednesday, May 13, was $11,272,897,541,856.93! That’s what we currently owe -not is what is projected over the next 5, 10, or 20 years. What we owe NOW! With 300 million Americans, but only 85 million taxpayers, that leaves each taxpaying American with a bill of $132,622.32 - not including interest! Our kids and grandkids have been saddled with a heavy tax burden - and they don’t even know it yet! We must change this course NOW! Log on to www.NTU.org for more information on tax issues.

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May 15, 2009

Title: OUR KIDS AND GRANDKIDS HAVE BEEN SADDLED WITH A HUGE HOUSE NOTE!
Topic: Our Kids Are Going To Hate Us!

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The US National debt, as of Wednesday, May 13, was $11,272,897,541,856.93! That’s what we currently owe -not is what is projected over the next 5, 10, or 20 years. What we owe NOW! With 300 million Americans, but only 85 million taxpayers, that leaves each taxpaying American with a bill of $132,622.32 - not including interest! Our kids and grandkids have been saddled with a heavy tax burden - and they don’t even know it yet! We must change this course NOW! Log on to www.NTU.org for more information on tax issues.

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April 15, 2009

Title: WHICH EO’S ARE FRIENDS AND WHO ARE FOES?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Natasha Altamirano
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Which Elected Officials are friends of the taxpayers and who are foes? How did your EO rate compared to others? Natasha Altamirano is with the National Taxpayers Union. Log on to www.NTU.org for more information.

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April 7, 2009

Title: RIGHT IS WRONG! LEFT IS RIGHT! Part 1 of 2
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

NEWS FLASH directly from the Houston Chronicle: House Republicans unveiled a more complete proposal that would cut taxes for businesses and the wealthy, freeze most of government spending for the next five years, halt spending proposed in the stimulus package, and slash healthcare programs for the poor and elderly. Listen to the segment to see if this is right or wrong…Log on to www.ntu.org for more information.

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Title: RIGHT IS WRONG! LEFT IS RIGHT! Part 2 of 2
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

NEWS FLASH directly from the Houston Chronicle: House Republicans unveiled a more complete proposal that would cut taxes for businesses and the wealthy, freeze most of government spending for the next five years, halt spending proposed in the stimulus package, and slash healthcare programs for the poor and elderly. Listen to the segment to see if this is right or wrong…Log on to www.ntu.org for more information.

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February 19, 2009

Title: HOW MUCH WILL IT COST YOU? Part 1 of 2
Topic: National Stimulus Package

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Families labeled “lower - to - middle class” pay the most in taxes. Why is this so? Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, explains. Log onto www.ntu.org for more.

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Title: HOW MUCH WILL IT COST YOU? Part 2 of 2
Topic: National Stimulus Package

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Families labeled “lower - to - middle class” pay the most in taxes. Why is this so? Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, explains. Log onto www.ntu.org for more.

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Title: DOES THE IRS OWE YOU MONEY? A Best of Segment
Topic: Does the IRS Owe You Money?

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

There are many reasons why the IRS may owe you money. Log onto www.NTU.org and use their link “Does The IRS Owe You Money” to find out if the IRS owes you money!

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January 29, 2009

Title: WHAT’S WRONG WITH THE PROPOSED STIMULUS PACKAGE?
Topic: Stimulus Package

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

What has worked in the past to get the budget down? Why does Congress allow these extravagant expenses to continue with the economy in such peril? Let your Congressperson hear from you. Log onto www.ntu.org for more.

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January 16, 2009

Title: TAXPAYER WATCHDOGS ARE LOOKING OUT FOR YOUR MONEY
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The US Conference of Mayors sent Congress a wish list of $96.6 BILLION of “shovel-ready” projects that will allegedly create jobs while improving the nations infrastructures. Guest Pete Sepp, with the nation’s leading taxpayers organizations, disagrees with this claim wholeheartedly. Log onto www.ntu.org for more.

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November 25, 2008

Title: VOTERS PROVED CAUTIOUS ON FISCAL ISSUES
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Did Republican Big Government Spenders find happy voters? What about taxes? Are voters happy? Guest Pete Sepp is with the National Taxpayers Union. Log onto www.ntu.org for more.

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October 28, 2008

Title: HEY BARACK! GIVE JOE A BREAK!
Topic: Tax Burden is Too Heavy Now

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Is the tax burden on Joe already too heavy? What percent do the top 1% of income earners pay now? What percent do the bottom 20% pay now? How will the taxes be divided if Obama is elected? Guest Pete Sepp is with the National Taxpayers Union. Log onto www.ntu.org for more.

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September 30, 2008

Title: WHAT’S UP WITH THE BAILOUT?
Topic: Economic Crisis

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Congress was so eager to give people the “American Dream” that they authorized Freddie and Fannie to give homes loans to people who could not and did not qualify. Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, explains this and why our country is headed for disaster. Log onto www.ntu.org for more information.

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September 26, 2008

Title: Who Created the Financial Mess? Part 1 of 2
Topic: Economic Crisis

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Simply put: blame Fannie, Freddie and Congress for the financial mess we face today in America.

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Title: Who Created the Financial Mess? Part 2 of 2
Topic: Economic Crisis

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Congress pushed for loans for those who would not qualify.

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September 10, 2008

Title: The Tax Man: Will He Reach Into Your Pockets and Grab All Your Change?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union – www.ntu.org, discusses “The Tax Man: Will He Reach Into Your Pockets and Grab All Your Change?”

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Title: Who Pays Taxes?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union – www.ntu.org, explains “Who Pays Taxes?” A chart showing exactly who pays, and how much, can be found by using the link on their website.

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July 30, 2008

Title: Obama’s Social Security Plan Two Bricks Short of a Full Load. Part 1 of 2
Topic: Social Security

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

What will Obama’s plan cost you? Can you afford to pay more? For more on this and other "taxing" issues log onto www.NTU.org

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Title: Obama’s Social Security Plan: Smoke and Mirrors. Part 2 of 2
Topic: Social Security

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pay more for no more…is this Obama’s Plan?

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July 4, 2008

Title: Another Best of Segment for July 4th: Does the IRS Owe You Money?
Topic: Does the IRS Owe You Money?

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

There are many reasons why the IRS may owe you money. Log onto www.NTU.org and use their link “Does The IRS Owe You Money” to find out if the IRS owes you money!

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March 27, 2008

Title: Does the IRS Owe You Money? A best of segment.
Topic: Does the IRS Owe You Money?

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

There are many reasons why the IRS may owe you money. Log onto www.NTU.org and use their link “Does The IRS Owe You Money” to find out if the IRS owes you money!

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February 1, 2008

Title: Does the IRS Owe You Money?
Topic: Does the IRS Owe You Money?

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

There are many reasons why the IRS may owe you money. Log onto www.NTU.org and use their link “Does The IRS Owe You Money” to find out if the IRS owes you money!

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January 22, 2008

Title: Will the Money Giveaway by President Bush Stimulate the Economy?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Mr. Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, discusses the “money giveaway scheme” by President Bush and Congress? Will this be beneficial? What parts may or may not work? For more on this log onto www.NTU.org

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January 7, 2008

Title: Why are oil prices hovering around $100 per barrel?
Topic: Energy Prices

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

What impact will high energy prices have on: 1. the stock market and your retirement plans; 2. the economy; 3. the Presidential Primaries; and 4. the general elections this coming November?

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December 13, 2007

Title: A Best of Segment: Who Is Pulling the Wagon: Who Pays Taxes and How Much
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The IRS has released the figures for 2005. They tell the story. Why do the liberals want to tax the ‘rich and give to the poor’? The answer is in this segment.

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October 19, 2007

Title: A Best of Segment: Who Is Pulling the Wagon: Who Pays Taxes and How Much
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The IRS has released the figures for 2005. They tell the story. Why do the liberals want to tax the ‘rich and give to the poor’? The answer is in this segment.

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October 11, 2007

Title: Who Is Pulling the Wagon: Who Pays Taxes and How Much
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The IRS has released the figures for 2005. They tell the story. Why do the liberals want to tax the ‘rich and give to the poor’? The answer is in this segment.

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October 2, 2007

Title: Don’t Raise My Federal Gas Tax! - Remembering Dr. John Berthoud
Topic: Don’t Raise My Federal Gas Tax!

Discussed by John Berthoud
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

“Don’t You Dare!” That’s the stance of 56 organizations representing millions of Americans toward an increase in the federal gasoline excise tax. The coalition, which was organized by the National Taxpayers Union, delivered its message in an open letter to Congress and the President. For more, log onto www.ntu.org

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Title: HOW MUCH ARE YOU WILLING TO PAY FOR A TANK OF GAS? Segment 1 of 2
Topic: Energy Prices

Discussed by John Berthoud
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Why not place a "Windfall Profit Tax" on all Domestic Oil Companies? John Berthoud, with the National Taxpayers Union, explains that we did this once before. But, did it work? Visit www.ntu.org for more information on this issue. This is a best of segment, remembering Dr. John Berthoud.

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Title: HOW MUCH ARE YOU WILLING TO PAY FOR A TANK OF GAS? Segment 2 of 2
Topic: Energy Prices

Discussed by John Berthoud
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

What should we do to reduce our dependeny on imported oil? Dr. John Berthoud continues his discussion on this ever-important issue. A Best of Segment, remembering Dr. John Berthoud.

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October 1, 2007

Title: Understanding The Social Security Insolvency Part One of Three
Topic: Social Security

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Medicare is in worse shape, but that is for another day. We all must understand the Social Security System: a) How it was designed; b) What our elected officials did with the money you and I paid into the system; c) there is no disagreement: Soon, there will not be enough money coming in to pay what must be paid out on a monthly basis; d) What are OUR options – 1. Increase the age of retirement, 2. Decrease benefits, or 3. Raise TAXES. For more log onto www.NTU.org

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Title: Understanding The Social Security Insolvency Part Two of Three
Topic: Social Security

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Medicare is in worse shape, but that is for another day. We all must understand the Social Security System: a) How it was designed; b) What our elected officials did with the money you and I paid into the system; c) there is no disagreement: Soon, there will not be enough money coming in to pay what must be paid out on a monthly basis; d) What are OUR options – 1. Increase the age of retirement, 2. Decrease benefits, or 3. Raise TAXES. For more log onto www.NTU.org

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Title: Understanding The Social Security Insolvency Part Three of Three
Topic: Social Security

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Medicare is in worse shape, but that is for another day. We all must understand the Social Security System: a) How it was designed; b) What our elected officials did with the money you and I paid into the system; c) there is no disagreement: Soon, there will not be enough money coming in to pay what must be paid out on a monthly basis; d) What are OUR options – 1. Increase the age of retirement, 2. Decrease benefits, or 3. Raise TAXES. For more log onto www.NTU.org

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September 24, 2007

Title: Should Taxpayers Bail Out Loose Lenders and Lying Borrowers?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Why should taxpayers bail out loose lenders and lying borrowers? Log onto www.ntu.org for more.

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September 17, 2007

Title: Budget Boosts Larger Than Budget Cuts
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Demian Brady
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Fiscal Discipline must mean: “cut a little – spend a lot!” For more log onto www.ntu.org

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August 27, 2007

Title: Don’t Raise My Federal Gas Tax!
Topic: Don’t Raise My Federal Gas Tax!

Discussed by John Berthoud
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

“Don’t You Dare!” That’s the stance of 56 organizations representing millions of Americans toward an increase in the federal gasoline excise tax. The coalition, which was organized by the National Taxpayers Union, delivered its message in an open letter to Congress and the President. For more, log onto www.ntu.org

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August 23, 2007

Title: Bet You The Current Crop of Presidential Candidates Won’t Touch This One
Topic: Social Security

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp, Vice President with the National Tax Payer Union gives an update on the pending Social Security Disaster which is coming. As a former Senator use to say, “There are more folks in the wagon than upfront pulling the wagon.” I bet none of the current crop of Presidential candidates won’t touch this issue with a ten foot pool. But someone must….

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Title: This will give you gas!
Topic: Gas Tax

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp, Vice President with the National Tax Payer Union gives an update on the federal motor fuels excise tax. Some argue it should be raised, other counter that governments spend too much too foolishly. What do you say?

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August 7, 2007

Title: Where must we draw the line? Part One
Topic: Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

When will we, the American Taxpayer, run out of money? Why must the American Taxpayer pay for every disaster? When will this madness stop?

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Title: Where must we draw the line? Part Two
Topic: Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

When will we, the American Taxpayer, run out of money? Why must the American Taxpayer pay for every disaster? When will this madness stop? Currently, the US Government has a 9 trillion dollar debt, about $30,000 owed by every man, woman and child in America. This will have to be paid back someday. You prioritize your spending, don’t you? At some point, you just stop spending, or you go bankrupt. Why must we pay for every disaster? This madness has to stop!

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July 18, 2007

Title: The Cost to Comply – Is It Too Great? Part One of Three
Topic: Global Warming

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

What will it cost you, as an individual, to reduce “your contribution”? What about cows – what do we do with the back side emissions from cows?

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Title: The Cost to Comply – Is It Too Great? Part Two of Three
Topic: Global Warming

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Will your cost be in the thousands every year? Is it worth it?

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Title: The Cost to Comply – Is It Too Great? Part Three of Three
Topic: Global Warming

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Demand to know what it will cost you to comply with “junk science predictions”!

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April 19, 2007

Title: TAX LAW COMPLEXITY IS CHOKING AMERICANS
Topic: Tax Reform

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Completing the IRS tax return on your own can cause more then heartburn and headaches! What does it cost in time and money? Pete Sepp, VP for Communications with NTU, reports on this and other issues facing taxpayers today. Log onto www.ntu.org to see if the IRS owes you money.

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February 15, 2007

Title: DOES THE IRS OWE YOU MONEY? Replay from February 27, 2006
Topic: Does the IRS Owe You Money?

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Log onto www.ntu.org to see if the IRS owes you money. You can search by your last name, search for a family member, or a friend. You can go back to the year 2002.

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February 14, 2007

Title: BUSH BUDGET PROPOSAL OFFERS HOPE - AND HEADACHES - TO TAXPAYERS
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Why not just spend, spend, spend, and let our great-gandkids pay the bills?

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January 31, 2007

Title: WHAT'S THE PRICE OF BUSH'S NEW PROPOSALS
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Demian Brady
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

When the President speaks, it costs us money! How much of your money will the government take to give someone else for this "good project"? Demian Brady, with the National Tax Payers Union explains.

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January 18, 2007

Title: WILL THE DEMOCRATS SUPPORT SPENDING REFORM?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

What's up with taxes and spending in WDC? Will the Democrats who promised tax reform deliver?

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January 4, 2007

Title: DOES THE IRS OWE YOU MONEY? Replay from February 27, 2006
Topic: Does the IRS Owe You Money?

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Log onto www.ntu.org to see if the IRS owes you money. You can search by your last name, search for a family member, or a friend. You can go back to the year 2002.

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December 1, 2006

Title: DO TAX CUTS HELP THE ECONOMY GROW?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Do tax cuts hurt or help the economy? Log onto www.ntu.org to learn more.

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Title: DOES THE IRS OWE YOU MONEY?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Does the IRS owe you money? Log onto www.ntu.org All the information is updated for the 2005 Tax Year. Someone with the last name of Lowry in Wichita Falls, TX gets money - maybe you do, too!

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November 20, 2006

Title: GRIDLOCK: GOOD OR BAD
Topic: Pure Politics

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp from the National Taxpayers Union explains gridlock. Will it be good or bad? Log onto www.ntu.org for more information on this and other related topics.

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October 17, 2006

Title: DO NEW JOBS FLOW AWAY FROM STATES WITH NEW OR HIGHER TAXES?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Will the Texas economy stall because of the new business tax? For more information, log onto www.NTU.org

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September 27, 2006

Title: WHO PAYS WHAT?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Who pays taxes? Log onto www.NTU.org and use the quick link: "Who Pays Income Taxes?" Out of 130,000,000 tax files, the bottom 50% (making less than $30,122) pay 3% of the bills and the top 10% (those making more than $99,112) pay nearly 70% of the bills. As Senator Graham often stated: "There are too many in the wagon!" We must demand that all levels of government "go on a diet" - spend less and take less of our money! Also use the link, "Does the IRS Owe You Money".

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September 25, 2006

Title: TOO MANY EAR MARKS! WHY?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

What are ear marks and why must they be reduced and / or eliminated? Pete Sepp, with the National Tax Payers Union, explains.

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September 11, 2006

Title: MINIMUM WAGE BOOST WILL HURT THOSE IT’S SUPPOSE TO HELP
Topic: Minimum Wage Increase

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The minimum wage boost drives more rich teenagers and college students into the job market, while reducing the hours worked by part-timers and the number of openings. It also drives poorly educated and low skilled African Americans into unemployment.

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August 8, 2006

Title: WHO’S TO BLAME FOR HIGH GAS PRICES?
Topic: Energy Prices

Discussed by Sam Batkins
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Is OPEC to blame? What about the oil companies, is it their fault? What about our government? Hey, if we are assigning blame, how about my SUV and the 10 trips a day we all take?

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July 28, 2006

Title: WHAT HAPPENED WHEN BUSH REDUCED TAXES?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Tax receipts have increased over 34.6%. Why and who is paying? Should every American first provide for their family before they pay taxes to a tax and spend bloated bureaucracy? Note: More information on tax cuts, along with recommendation for budget process reform and spending reductions, may be accessed online at www.ntu.org

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July 24, 2006

Title: WHAT HAPPENED WHEN BUSH REDUCED TAXES?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Tax receipts have increased over 34.6%. Why and who is paying? Should every American first provide for their family before they pay taxes to a tax and spend bloated bureaucracy? Note: More information on tax cuts, along with recommendation for budget process reform and spending reductions, may be accessed online at www.ntu.org

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June 23, 2006

Title: WHO DO YOU FEAR THE MOST? Segment 1 of 3
Topic: History of the IRS

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Who do you fear the most: the Lord, the President, or the Tax Collector? America's first major income tax was in 1862, but it was repealed. Our Elected Officials tried again in 1894, but it was ruled unconstitutional. Why not now? Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, gives a background of the American Taxes. Visit www.ntu.org to learn more.

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Title: WHO DO YOU FEAR THE MOST? Segment 2 of 3
Topic: History of the IRS

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Who do you fear the most: the Lord, the President, or the Tax Collector? Farmers and Ranchers helped with the passage of the 16th Amendment in 1913, but it only applied to half of all Americans and the rate was low! Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, continues his history lesson with Terry Lowry. Visit www.ntu.org to learn more.

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Title: WHO DO YOU FEAR THE MOST? Segment 3 of 3
Topic: History of the IRS

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Who do you fear the most: the Lord, the President, or the Tax Collector? Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, concludes his discussion with how the modern IRS evovled to what it is today and who pays what. Log onto www.NTU.org for more information and to find out if the IRS owes you money!

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June 20, 2006

Title: WHO DO YOU FEAR THE MOST? Segment 1 of 3
Topic: History of the IRS

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Who do you fear the most: the Lord, the President, or the Tax Collector? America's first major income tax was in 1862, but it was repealed. Our Elected Officials tried again in 1894, but it was ruled unconstitutional. Why not now? Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, gives a background of the American Taxes. Visit www.ntu.org to learn more.

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Title: WHO DO YOU FEAR THE MOST? Segment 2 of 3
Topic: History of the IRS

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Who do you fear the most: the Lord, the President, or the Tax Collector? Farmers and Ranchers helped with the passage of the 16th Amendment in 1913, but it only applied to half of all Americans and the rate was low! Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, continues his history lesson with Terry Lowry. Visit www.ntu.org to learn more.

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Title: WHO DO YOU FEAR THE MOST? Segment 3 of 3
Topic: History of the IRS

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Who do you fear the most: the Lord, the President, or the Tax Collector? Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, concludes his discussion with how the modern IRS evovled to what it is today and who pays what. Log onto www.NTU.org for more information and to find out if the IRS owes you money!

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June 12, 2006

Title: YOUR SENATOR: TAX-CUTTER OR TAX-TALKER
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Don't tax me! Don't tax my friend! Tax the man behind the tree! Why? Because it's not me! Visit www.ntu.org to learn more.

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May 19, 2006

Title: THE CHRONICLE IS FULL OF IT!
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Front page (A3) of the Thursday’s Houston Chronicle (May 18, 2006) studies: Tax cuts don’t pay their way. This was an “opinion piece” presented as factual news – oh so wrong! This article should have been on the opinion page. How long have you subscribed to the Houston Chronicle? That’s too long – cancel today!

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May 4, 2006

Title: HOW MUCH ARE YOU WILLING TO PAY FOR A TANK OF GAS? Segment 1 of 2
Topic: Energy Prices

Discussed by John Berthoud
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Why not place a "Windfall Profit Tax" on all Domestic Oil Companies? John Berthoud, with the National Taxpayers Union, explains that we did this once before. But, did it work? Visit www.ntu.org for more information on this issue.

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Title: HOW MUCH ARE YOU WILLING TO PAY FOR A TANK OF GAS? Segment 2 of 2
Topic: Energy Prices

Discussed by John Berthoud
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

What should we do to reduce our dependeny on imported oil? Dr. John Berthoud continues his discussion on this ever-important issue.

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April 24, 2006

Title: WHO DO YOU FEAR THE MOST? Segment 1 of 3
Topic: History of the IRS

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Who do you fear the most: the Lord, the President, or the Tax Collector? America's first major income tax was in 1862, but it was repealed. Our Elected Officials tried again in 1894, but it was ruled unconstitutional. Why not now? Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, gives a background of the American Taxes. Segment 1 of 3

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Title: WHO DO YOU FEAR THE MOST? Segment 2 of 3
Topic: History of the IRS

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Who do you fear the most: the Lord, the President, or the Tax Collector? Farmers and Ranchers helped with the passage of the 16th Amendment in 1913, but it only applied to half of all Americans and the rate was low! Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, continues his history lesson with Terry Lowry. Segment 2 of 3

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Title: WHO DO YOU FEAR THE MOST? Segment 3 of 3
Topic: History of the IRS

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Who do you fear the most: the Lord, the President, or the Tax Collector? Pete Sepp, with the National Taxpayers Union, concludes his discussion with how the modern IRS evovled to what it is today and who pays what. Log onto www.NTU.org for more information and to find out if the IRS owes you money! Segment 3 of 3

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Title: DOES THE IRS OWE YOU MONEY? Replay
Topic: Does the IRS Owe You Money?

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Log onto www.ntu.org to see if the IRS owes you money. You can search by your last name, search for a family member, or a friend. You can go back to the year 2002.

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Title: WHY SHOULD I PAY MORE? Segment 1 of 2 Replay
Topic: Special Session of the Texas Legislature

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Businesses will be allowed to deduct: A.) cost of goods sold; or B.) employee costs. But not both under the new Sharp/Perry plan. Pete Sepp explains why this is a bad idea. Segment 1 of 2

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Title: WHY SHOULD I PAY MORE? Segment 2 of 2 Replay
Topic: Special Session of the Texas Legislature

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The first step in school finance reform should be a Tax Payers Bill of Rights or TABOR. Why? Listen to this compelling segment to learn more. Segment 2 of 2

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April 17, 2006

Title: WHY SHOULD I PAY MORE? Segment 1 of 2
Topic: Special Session of the Texas Legislature

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Businesses will be allowed to deduct: A.) cost of goods sold; or B.) employee costs. But not both under the new Sharp/Perry plan. Pete Sepp explains why this is a bad idea.

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Title: WHY SHOULD I PAY MORE? Segment 2 of 2
Topic: Special Session of the Texas Legislature

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The first step in school finance reform should be a Tax Payers Bill of Rights or TABOR. Why? Listen to this compelling segment to learn more.

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March 14, 2006

Title: Does the IRS owe you money?
Topic: Does the IRS Owe You Money?

Discussed by Sam Batkins
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Between 2002 and 2005, the US Postal Service returned over 84,000 checks to the IRS as undeliverable because they cannot forward the checks. These checks represent $73,000,000 in refunds! Log onto www.ntu.org and use their link "Does the IRS owe you money?"

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February 27, 2006

Title: DOES THE I.R.S. OWE YOU MONEY???
Topic: Does the IRS Owe You Money?

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Log onto www.ntu.org to see if the IRS owes you money. You can search by your last name, search for a family member, or a friend. You can go back to 2002 and search by last name and state or simply by last name

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February 20, 2006

Title: FAIR ACT AXED? Segment 1 of 2
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by John Berthoud
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Why was the FAIR Act axed? Since some say lawsuits are ruining America, why isn't the Fairness in Asbestos Injury Resolution Act (Fair Act) a good thing? John Berthoud, the President of the National Taxpayers Union, explains... Log on to www.ntu.org for more information.

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Title: FAIR ACT AXED? Segment 2 of 2
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by John Berthoud
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Why was the FAIR Act axed? Since some say lawsuits are ruining America, why isn't the Fairness in Asbestos Injury Resolution Act (Fair Act) a good thing? John Berthoud, the President of the National Taxpayers Union, explains... Log on to www.ntu.org for more information.

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February 15, 2006

Title: Asbestos Liability Reform Will Saddle Our Children With The Bill
Topic: Asbestos

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Even Dick Armey says the pending "Asbestos Trust Fund" is wrong in its current form. It is written to help 'big business' and it will saddle our children with the left-over liability. For more log onto www.ntu.org

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February 3, 2006

Title: What is the Cost Estimate of the new Spending Programs Proposed by President Bush
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by John Berthoud
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

What are the cost estimates of the new spending programs proposed by President Bush during his State of the Union Speech? For more: www.ntu.org

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January 3, 2006

Title: Does the IRS owe you money?
Topic: Does the IRS Owe You Money?

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Log onto www.ntu.org to see if the IRS owes you money. You can search by your last name, search for a family member, or a friend. You can go back to 2002 and search by last name and state or simply by last name.

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November 30, 2005

Title: Power for the People
Topic: Energy and the Environment

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Is America running our of energy while Washington fiddles? How much of America's oil refinery capacity was temporarily knocked out by Hurricane Katrina? Did the U.S. Senate vote to pass a bill to streamline the permitting process to build new refineries on closed military bases? Are Republican "politicians" weak-kneed and afraid of the green lobby? Why is a taxpayer lobby group involved in energy legislation? What must our listeners do? for more, log onto www.ntu.org

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November 8, 2005

Title: Will a "Wind Fall Profits" tax on oil companies reduce the price we pay at the pump?
Topic: Energy and the Environment

Discussed by Paul Gessing
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Did President Nixon's "Wind Fall Profits" tax on domestic oil companies reduce domestic oil production? Did the 1970's W.P.T. increase annual oil imports? Isn't insanity just doing the same thing while hoping for different results? Does anti-corporate rhetoric make for good coherent public policy?

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October 28, 2005

Title: Does the I.R.S owe you money?
Topic: Does the IRS Owe You Money?

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Log onto www.ntu.org to see if the IRS owes you money. You can search by your last name, search for a family member, and/or a friend. You can go back to 2002 and search by last name and state, or simply by last name. Forward this segment to all your friends!

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September 26, 2005

Title: Operation Offset
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Bush's tax cuts are bringing in the largest increase in federal revenue in our nation's history! How could this be? Now - how do we pay for Katrina and Rita?

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Title: What Taxpayers should know about a Taxpayer's Bill of Rights - T.A.B.O.R.
Topic: TABOR Taxpayers Bill of Rights

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

How do "we" rein in the 'tax and spend politicians" at all levels? Is T.A.B.O.R. the answer? Send us your comments using the contact link found on our home page...

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July 7, 2005

Title: No work - no pay!
Topic: No Work! No Pay!

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Under current federal law, if a congressman or US senator is absent, except for illness of themselves or a family member, that are not to be paid for that day. This law has been and is currently being ignored and to add insult to injury, the US Senate now wants to repeal it so they can campaign or travel or do whatever and still get paid! Try telling your boss you want off with pay...

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June 27, 2005

Title: What if the rich man wants your property?
Topic: Eminent Domain

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp, VP of Communications with the National Taxpayers' Union, explains the far-reaching U.S. Supreme Court ruling on taking of private property!

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June 13, 2005

Title: Taxpayer Conference in WDC - NTU.org
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Call 1-800-TAX-HAULT or e-mail pressguy@ntu.org for information on the 2005 National Taxpayers Conference sponsored by the National Taxpayers Union www.ntu.org. How can we build a coalition with other groups to rein in government spending?

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May 27, 2005

Title: It will take a coalition - are you willing to work with me?
Topic: TABOR Taxpayers Bill of Rights

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

To rein in government spending will not be easy nor will it happen overnight. Pete Sepp, the VP of Communications with the National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org) encourages us to set aside our differences and work together to help pass a Texas T.A.B.O.R. Would you like to help - just email your comments using the 'contact' link found above.

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May 10, 2005

Title: Great new business opportunity: Build More Toll Booths for the Government
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The House of Representatives in WDC has voted to convert Freeways into "Tollways"! What do you think? Should we now have to pay to drive on the freeways we have already paid for?

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April 28, 2005

Title: Can We Work Together For a Common Cause?
Topic: TABOR Taxpayers Bill of Rights

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

By themselves, no person or single organization is powerful enought to reign in the growth of government spending. Pete Sepp, VP Communications with the National Taxpayers Union, challenges us to work together to begin working for a Texas TABOR and a National TABOR.

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April 15, 2005

Title: Tax tips at tax time and other topics
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp with the National Tax Payers Union (www.ntu.org) joins the What's UP Radio Program to discuss TAX DAY. For help with your taxes, log onto www.irs.gov or call 800.829.1040 before midnight tonight. To file by phone and / or to file an extension, cal 888.796.1074. To see if the government owes you money, log onto www.ntu.og and click on the "Does the IRS owe you money" icon on the lower right-hand corner of the home page.

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April 14, 2005

Title: Tax tips at tax time and other topics
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp with the National Tax Payers Union (www.ntu.org) joins the What's UP Radio Program to discuss TAX DAY. For help with your taxes, go to www.irs.gov or call 800.829.1040 before midnight April 14. To file by phone and / or to file for an extension, call 888.796.1074. To see if the IRS owes you money, log onto www.ntu.org and click on "Does the IRS owe you money" on the bottom right-hand corner of the home page.

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March 31, 2005

Title: Why shouldn't the rich pay more, receive less, and just be happy with it?
Topic: Social Security

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp, Vice President of Communications with the National Tax Payer's Union, explains "who pays" if AARP is successful in lobbying for an increase in the amount of wages subjected to the Social Security tax. Today, the cap is $90,000. Some are suggesting rasing the cap to $140,000. Why shouldn't the RICH pay more, receive nothing in return, and just be happy with that? After all, they already have all the money...

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March 29, 2005

Title: Why shouldn't the rich pay more, receive less, and just be happy with it?
Topic: Social Security

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp, Vice President of Communications with the National Tax Payer's Union, explains "who pays" if AARP is successful in lobbying for an increase in the amount of wages subjected to the Social Security tax. Today, the cap is $90,000. Some are suggesting rasing the cap to $140,000. Why shouldn't the RICH pay more, receive nothing in return, and just be happy with that? After all, they already have all the money...

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March 9, 2005

Title: Who REALLY pays the Payroll Tax?
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp, the Communications Director for the National Taxpayers Union (ntu.org), explains who will REALLY pay the proposed Texas Payroll Tax. Is it really just a "back-door" state income tax? Is it very regressive? A suggested alternative: A consumption tax.

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Title: The Feds Want to Turn YOUR Freeway into a Tollway
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp, the Communications Director for The National Taxpayers Union (ntu.org), alerts us to a plan being proposed in Congress to turn our Freeways into Federal Tollways.

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February 25, 2005

Title: Let's Applaud "Blue Dog Democrats"
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Pete Sepp of the National Taxpayers Union talks about government spending and the accountability provisions recently proposed by Democrat House Members. What is the "Blue-Dog" package? Also, log onto www.ntu.org to see if the IRS owes you money!

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February 15, 2005

Title: If they can't tax it - they'll just take it!
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Paul Gessing
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

Director of Government Affairs with the National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org), Paul Gessing, explains Eminent Domain. Does the US Constitution say government can take my property? Is government abusing its power? What if GM wants to build a plant and they say they need my land and I do not want to sell? And - METRO can take land as far as 1,500 feet away from its rail line, if it wants to. What can we do to curb this government abuse?

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February 10, 2005

Title: Federal revenue is growing fast -- REAL fast
Topic: Taxes and Government Spending

Discussed by Pete Sepp
with National Taxpayers Union (www.ntu.org)

The Communications Director with the National Taxpayers Union, Pete Sepp, explains spending on the federal level - discretionary vs. nondiscretionary. How much of the Federal Budget is discretionary and how much of it has President Bush proposed to cut?

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