I had to call the IRS for a document I needed. It was nothing serious, but I needed this doc. I was told the only way to get it was a phone call. I dialed the number, listened to the menu prompts, and pressed the right button. The pre recorded voice told me that estimated wait times were between 30- 45 minutes. They offered the call back option, but I have already been fooled by that more than once. I have never gotten a return call. So I waited for a live human to respond. Exactly one hour and twenty three minutes later, I heard a live voice. She was very nice and helpful. I asked her to email me or text me the form. She said the IRS doesn't do that. I asked how I could get the document. She said it could be mailed or faxed. I haven't received a fax in years. I know there was probably some way to receive one easily, but I couldn't remember how. So I asked about mailing it. She said sure. She put me on hold for a half hour. I don't know why. When she returned I knew better than to ask about the delay. She told me that it is all set and that she is putting it in the mail and that I can expect to receive it within 10-14 business days.

14 business days to mail a letter? I am more confident of a bitcoin future than ever.

I should add that everything in the form was a matter of public record. There were no unusual privacy concerns.