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I've found why anybody outside the church should care:

«If the whistleblower’s claim is successful, that person could receive up to 30% of the proceeds collected by the IRS.»

Meh.




Indeed, it is sad when people have to be motivated to report corruption such as tax evasion and other unethical behavior.


They are stealing from everyone. Churches do not pay taxes. This is supposed to be contingent on not engaging in politics and actually acting like a non-profit.


Some people might be able to claim coercion because tithing is required to participate in certain ceremonies, but I don't see how that's stealing (forced, against one's will).


I meant that it is stealing from the taxpayer.




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