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Based on the fact that they have a $100B tax-exempt warchest, the payout ratio of that social safety net is pretty low.

It's not even the same funds.

I was merely pointing out that it isn't true that poor members are lacking basic necessities while being pressured to pay tithing.

You're right, you aren't "forced" to pay, you're merely deprived of the right to participate in temple rituals that are central to the community and teachings if you don't.

And also have to tell your bishop, the most important and powerful member of your local community that you aren't going to pay in a private 1:1 meeting.

Even if you tell your Bishop, he’s not gonna care. It’s not his job. Yes, there are bad Bishops, but you can always move up the “chain of command” to your Stake President if the Bishop does something you don’t like.

You don't have to tell your Bishop anything. The Bishop doesn't check the amount that you paid and if you wanted extra privacy, you can pay tithing directly to church headquarters. IF you choose to setup an interview with the Bishop, they will ask you if you are "a full tithe payer". Up to you to be truthful or not.

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