• @3volverOP
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    19 months ago

    Also why doesn’t this disqualify religious organizations from tax exempt status under 501c3?

    “no substantial part of the activities of which is carrying on propaganda, or otherwise attempting, to influence legislation”

    • ℕ𝕖𝕞𝕠
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      119 months ago

      I don’t believe most religious organizations are 501c3s, to start, and yes, it is illicit for churches to lobby for legislation.

      • @[email protected]
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        119 months ago

        To add to that, if a church is lobbying or otherwise involved in the political process, they can be reported and lose their tax exempt status.

        • @jeffw
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          59 months ago

          In theory, yes. In practice? Not really enforced.

          • @[email protected]
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            49 months ago

            Still worth it to try. Eventually maybe it will get some attention focused where it needs to be.