A Cost-Benefit Analysis

Of

Becoming a Taxpayer for Peace

Committing Civil Disobedience

Costs

Benefits

Financial: 10.40 to IRS
1.39 penalty and interest for one year*
6.95 penalty and interest for 5 years*
*calculated at rate for 1/1/02, rate subject to change quarterly

10.40 to Peace

Fear of tax collectors, initially

Being true to one’s heart

Fear of government harassment, initially

Empowerment by taking action

Support and solidarity with like-minded people

Possibility to effect positive changes

 

Many of us started out afraid of the IRS. It’s been our experience that the fear fades quickly, for nothing terrible has happened to us, and we strengthen as we live from our hearts and join with others expressing our commitment to peace and life.

It’s your choice.


Specific concerns
Some thoughts
The role of civil disobedience in a democracy