Willard and Ann refuse to disclose their tax returns beyond 2010 and 2011.
Nevermind that Willard's father, George, inaugurated the practice by releasing 12 years of returns when he sought the Republican presidential nomination.
Either Willard has unresolved father-figure issues or he has special reasons not to follow a tradition established by his father.
Willard and Ann--candidates for President and First Lady--believe disclosure opens the door to increased scrutiny and questions about their foreign bank accounts and the so-called "blind trust" that manages their investments.
Americans rightfully demand high moral character in presidential candidates.
Full disclosure goes to the heart of the truthfulness issue. Refusal to disclose reveals red flags about serious tax-compliance questions.
Willard already owns the title of Flip-Flopper. Now he risks another title: Flim-Flammer. (19 AUGUST 2012) <
