To pay for programs to help all Americans
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Progressives supported a graduated federal income tax because it was seen as a way to address income inequality by imposing higher rates on the wealthy while relieving the tax burden on the lower and middle classes. This approach aimed to redistribute wealth more equitably and fund social programs that would benefit the broader population. Additionally, a graduated income tax aligned with progressive values by promoting fairness and increasing government revenue for public services.
The so called progressives did not only support graduated income taxes but demanded it in their platform. So did the Socialist party and the Democratic Party in the United States.
to pay for programs to help all americans
Progressives supported a graduated federal income tax because they believed it would promote economic fairness and reduce income inequality. By taxing higher incomes at higher rates, they aimed to redistribute wealth and fund social programs that benefited the less fortunate. This approach aligned with their broader goals of reforming the economic system to ensure that those with greater financial means contributed more to the common good.
the wealthy would carry the greatest tax burden
A constitution amendment
A constitution amendment
Graduated Income tax
the wealthy would carry the greatest tax burden. :]
to help the poor, Progressive reformers called for a constitutional amendment to legalize a graduated income tax.
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