I agree. My itemized deductions were less than the standard plus $300 charitable deduction. But I NEED to itemize for my state return. I found a work around. Go to forms. Choose "Info wks". Scroll down to part VI and check the first box. By itemizing I saved $14 in federal tax I owed and instead of owing $300 in state tax I'm getting a $20 refund!
Hope this helps others.
