It kills me how lobbying has ensured that many state filings require the use of a paid preparer to efile. Was reminded of that this year in regards to New York. It’s absolutely insane that they would push filers to having to physically mail in returns.

explicit statements! claims! some with “moderate confidence”! i guess that settles it

Please STOP using the term “steal” for this. Stealing is taking something from someone without their permission, and without the intent to return it. Digital music sharing does not even remotely fit that definition. Using that misnomer only serves to perpetuate the misconception and continue these uncalled for…

that’s pretty much garbage. yeah, some people torrent just to grab media and never spend any money, but a large percentage spend money BECAUSE of torrents. discovering new artists leads to buying albums, mercy and seeing shows. some albums simply aren’t available (out of print, limited release, only released on vinyl…