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title: "It's tax time once again, and the hookers in Times Square - god bless… — David Letterman Quote #53 | QuotesBy.net"
description: "It's tax time once again, and the hookers in Times Square - god bless 'em - they're getting into the act. For an extra $50, they'll handle your exten… — a quote by David Letterman."
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> # It's tax time once again, and the hookers in Times Square - god bless 'em - they're getting into the act. For an extra $50, they'll handle your extension.

[David Letterman](https://quotesby.net/David-Letterman)\#53

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## About this quote

What does it mean?The speaker makes a joke about sex workers offering services related to tax extensions during tax season.In plain termsSome people offer to help with tax forms for a fee during tax time.What can you take from it?Tax season drives people to seek any available help regardless of source.

### Where it applies

- tax season
- late night talk
- dark humor

### Putting it to work

- making tax jokes
- discussing extensions

### Questions to consider

- What services do people need most?
- Is dark humor appropriate here?

### Another view

It relies on stereotypes and taboo subjects that may offend.

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