# Abolish the IRS? A Call to Restore America's Founding Freedom

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Podcast: [Pursuit Of Purpose](https://stenobird.com/podcast/pursuit-of-purpose-6736165)
Published: 2026-02-02T17:19:05+00:00
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Hosts Rob and Chuck debate the role of the IRS, income tax, and government bureaucracy, arguing that the current system conflicts with America's founding principles of freedom and self-reliance.The episode examines recent fraud cases, questions federal spending and accountability, and proposes alternatives like tariffs, excise taxes, and land sales while discussing how to support communities without creating dependency.

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