Power. Oversight. Reform.
Power. Oversight. Reform.
Understanding the long history of the IRS and what needs to be done in today’s environment that encourages abuse is a tall task for any busy DC insider. Whether you're catching up on the commute or squeezing in a policy deep dive over lunch, this three-part podcast series is your one-stop shop to get smart fast on the IRS’s history of overreach and what’s at stake today. From past abuses to present-day patterns and future reforms, these episodes cut through the complexity to offer clear, accessible insights for policymakers, staffers, advocates, and anyone tracking federal accountability. If you're in D.C. and care about government transparency and taxpayer rights, this series is made for you.
Red Flags and Forgotten Scandals: A History of IRS Overreach
We've seen repeated red flags over the years when it comes to IRS overreach. This is your overview of the history of abuse by the IRS that dives into the questions of whether the IRS is showing signs of reform—or just getting better at flying under the radar?
The IRS Playbook, Rewritten? Old Names, New Tactics, and What’s Really Going On
More than a decade after the IRS Tea Party Lois Learner scandal, the agency insists it's turned the page. But has it really? We explore what is going on with Holly Paz, the new pass-through audit unit, and the revenue ruling. Is it the same story and playbook, just with new players? And why should taxpayers care about who’s running this show?"
Fixing the Enforcer: What Real IRS Accountability Should Look Like
What does meaningful reform of the IRS actually entail—and why has it proven so elusive? We explore where the IRS continues to fall short and what a truly accountable, transparent tax enforcement system could look like. For citizens, small businesses, and policymakers alike, the question isn’t whether the IRS should change—but how fast we can make it happen.