The IRS and states all operate on a full calendar year for income. I certainly understand your logic for wanting it to count for part of the year. Re the gambling winnings, your winnings are only offset by losses as an itemized deduction. This response probably doesn't make you feel any better about your tax situation, but I suppose that is the nature of taxes!
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