Re: Buffett’s NetJets Countersued by U.S. for Unp a id T_

2012-03-13 Thread Jerry Barnes
"It actually isn't his opportunity in any way, nor does it have anything to do with him personally." Sure it does. He can loan the money for payment and be reimbursed and he certainly has influence with the company if he chooses to use it. He's a hypocrite. Doesn't make him special, just a typ

Re: Buffett’s NetJets Countersued by U.S. for Unp a id T_

2012-03-12 Thread Gruss Gott
There's a core branch of US government called the "judicial branch" who purpose is to provide an avenue for citizens to "dispute the law" as you put it. In this particular case, the question is whether fractional ownership constitutes private or commercial aviation as each is taxed differently.

Re: Buffett’s NetJets Countersued by U.S. for Unp a id T_

2012-03-12 Thread Sam
You're right, we should all dispute the law and refuse to pay. Oh wait, we'd get thrown in jail. What about Berkshire itself? $1 billion in taxes it refused to pay going back to 2002? . On Mon, Mar 12, 2012 at 10:59 AM, Gruss Gott wrote: > > It actually isn't his opportunity in any way, nor do