DeWayne Is a U

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Essay

DeWayne is a U.S. citizen and resident. He spends much of each year in the United Kingdom on business. He is married to Petula, a U.K. citizen and resident of London. DeWayne has heard that it is possible that he can file a joint income tax return for U.S. purposes. If this is so, what are the constraints he should consider in making any such decision?

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Definitions:

Formal Democracy

Involves regular, competitive elections.

Elected Democracy

A form of democracy in which representatives are chosen through the electoral process by the populace to act on their behalf in governing and making policy decisions.

Postmaterialism

Is a theory that claims that growing equality and prosperity in the rich industrialized countries have resulted in a shift from class-based to value-based politics.

Economic Issues

Problems or challenges related to the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services in a society.