Vivien Kellems Quotes

A collection of quotes by Vivien Kellems.

Vivien Kellems was an American businesswoman and political activist. Born on June 7, 1896, in Des Moines, Iowa, she became known for her efforts in promoting women's rights and advocating for tax reform. Kellems was the founder and president of Kellems Cable Grips, a successful manufacturing company. She gained national attention in the 1940s for her legal battles against the Internal Revenue Service, challenging the constitutionality of withholding taxes. Kellems' outspokenness and determination made her a prominent figure in the fight for individual freedoms and economic equality. She passed away on January 25, 1975.

Our tax law is a 1, 598-page hydra-headed monster and I'm go

Our tax law is a 1, 598-page hydra-headed monster and I'm going to attack and attack and attack until I have ironed out every fault in it.

Vivien Kellems

Taxation

Of course I'm a publicity hound. Aren't all crusaders? How c

Of course I'm a publicity hound. Aren't all crusaders? How can you accomplish anything unless people know what you are trying to do?

Vivien Kellems

Publicity