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Footnotes: More Trouble for Lauryn Hill, SEC Whistleblower Gets Paid, Worst Congress Ever | 08.21.12

Exploring Mitt Romney’s Taxes and Tax Plan [Economix/NYT]

Lauryn Hill Now Facing State Tax Troubles [DT]

Accountants: What it takes to start your own business [JofA]

SEC Issues First Whistleblower Program Award “The whistleblower program is already becoming a success,” said SEC Chairman Mary L. Schapiro, who advocated for the program. “We’re seeing high-quality tips that are saving our investigators substantial time and resources.” [SEC]

Inaction in Congress could delay tax refunds [Reuters]

Approval of Congress Matches All-Time Low [WSJ]

 

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