Why should we subsidize any of their religion? They should pay just like any person or business pays.

No exemptions for anyone ever. Every organization, church, group and business should pay every tax owed. No one should get exemptions including political even.

cost, and would shut them down. Some churches are very poor ones. Some are rich. The tax exemptions for some make it possible for them to exist.

But since they are all into meddling in government again, I say revoke the tax free status of all churches who tell their congregations whom and what to vote for and and other activities that violate the separation of church and state.

I have a real problem when their commercial holdings like office buildings, apartment complexes, and strip malls that are in competition with local business owners get the divinity exemption.

community and their congregation.

Separation of church and state comes to mind. Also, far too many of them preach hate from the pulpit. I don't know why they should get tax exempt status for that.

fire and NOT call the fire department since they don't pay taxes.

And what amount is spent of political activities in the US and abroad, is that declared, or can money donated for charitable purposes be diverted to accrue profits and political access?

Reforms are needed. Just start with a basic P&L accounting and follow the money, then the PTB can determine what is actually separate the religioneeering expenses from the mundane acquisition of wealth.