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To: Boplicity who wrote (77722)6/1/2001 10:23:28 PM
From: Berney  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 99985
 
Boplicity, Cute Name.

Had to go look up in the dictionary what the accusation being hurled at me even meant. Let me just say that I wouldn't waste my time writing or assume a waste of your time reading what I wrote.

I prepare these little forms for a living and have for about a quarter of a century. I've got a master's degree in the subject and some initials after my name so I don't attract too many folks looking for a short form. In these forms, folks represent that they are properly reporting their income, and the doods in the ivory tower get really upset when they make a mistake in this regard.

I will say to you that some 60% of the returns I prepare don't have $200 in interest and dividends; thus, my statement You can put your head in the sand or anywhere else that you may choose, but the fact remains that most folks are on the edge.

Berney



To: Boplicity who wrote (77722)6/2/2001 3:20:33 PM
From: Berney  Respond to of 99985
 
More on the state of American families.

biz.yahoo.com

My thanks to Lee on the SA II thread for pointing out the cite. Between the substantial reduction in the "wealth effect," the precarious financial position of many Americans, and the current elimination of jobs, I have a difficult time seeing how the all-important consumer is going to be of much help.

Berney