Tax Them!

So check this nightmare out:

http://www.wlos.com/

Religion and Politics Clash
Religion and politics clash over a local church's declaration that Democrats are not welcome.

East Waynesville Baptist asked nine members to leave. Now 40 more have left the church in protest. Former members say Pastor Chan Chandler gave them the ultimatum, saying if they didn't support George Bush, they should resign or repent. The minister declined an interview with News 13. But he did say "the actions were not politically motivated." There are questions about whether the bi-laws were followed when the members were thrown out.

(posted at 7:30am, 5/6/05)

Okay, now, I'm religious. I admit it, embrace it, defend it and am frequently shamed by it. This, however, is just illegal.

The IRS is very, VERY clear on what a church can and can not do to be considered tax-exempt. One of the things it can not do is endorse any specific political candidate or party.

Now, perhaps I'm wrong, but kicking out church members who didn't sheep themselves for Bush sounds to me like endorsement.

However, this could give rise to the fun bumper sticker: Support Bush And Pay Taxes.