A candidate for president is promising a program that pays for 12 weeks of maternity leave for all women. The candidate proposes a tax rate of 45% on individuals earning more than $350K a year while leaving lower tax brackets at current levels. This candidate is proposing a ________ program supported by ________ taxation.

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The program being proposed is universal in that it would benefit all women, not just those who meet certain income or employment requirements. The taxation being proposed is progressive in that it targets individuals who earn more than $350K a year, which is a higher income bracket than the average person.

A Candidate for President Is Promising a Program That Pays