I've written before about how unfair the U.S. tax system is to Americans who live abroad—not to mention how painful the paperwork is. We have contacted various politicians about this issue, but can't seem to arouse any interest. However, things could be changing....
I love Viva (famous for his live coverage of the Canadian truckers' Freedom Convoy in Ottawa) and Barnes (a high-profile lawyer who won my heart for his defense of Amish farmers, and food freedom in general; I have not yet written about that, but it's on my list). However, their prolific podcasting greatly exceeds my ability to keep up with them, so Porter is my designated filter; he can listen at 2x speed, with understanding, while multitasking—and without going crazy. So I can't speak personally for any of the rest of this 2.5-hour video, but that's okay: the important part, which Porter immediately brought to my attention, starts at 1:58:32 (which is where the following video begins) and is less than 30 seconds long.
For those who prefer text, or can't see Rumble videos, here's a transcript. You'll see why it made Porter sit up and take notice.
There's a reason why we have territorial limitations on these powers. This is why Trump is talking about, I'm going to get rid of this altogether. If you're outside of the United States I'm not going to tax you anymore. No, only crazy countries do that in the first place, or even try to.
Will this unjust tax be repealed? I have no idea; but I have hope. As with America's health, someone is finallly listening.
It would be lovely to have that issue addressed. However, for that I'd have to believe that Donald Trump will make good on his promise and that it's not just a play for the overseas vote.
And if I believe that he'll keep his word here, then I have to believe he'll keep his word and
- prosecute poll workers
- use the military against his political opponents
- rule like a dictator for a day
- use import tariffs indiscriminately
- withhold federal aid from states that didn't vote for him
- sue journalists for unfavorable reporting
- frivolously use the DoJ against political opponents "because they went after [him]"
- avenge real or perceived slights he has experienced in the last eight years
- protect women (whatever that means coming from someone found liable for sexual assault who likes to "grab 'em by the ****")
Besides, why didn't he take care of this unjust tax back in 2017, when he passed his tax bill? What has changed that he'd take care of it now?
Again, it would sure be nice to be done with that taxation, but there are just too many drawbacks to a Donald Trump who makes good on his promises.
Can we just take a moment to acknowledge something positive, and be grateful?
It's clear that we disagree about the people, the issues, and the sources in so many ways. I don't see anything being gained by arguing about it.
Not for a minute do I believe that Donald Trump would be able to accomplish a tenth of the things I hope for. The president simply doesn't have that kind of power in the first place, and his first term proved that there is a powerful opposition that wants nothing more than for him to fail—unless it be to destroy him utterly. My hope is not for utopia, but progress in the right direction.
After decades of having essentially no hope for anything better than a disengaged mediocrity from our government, I'm enjoying being thankful for people who are at least hoping to correct course on issues that matter to me—including this one, on which we agree.
