Question

discussion : Some have proposed a proportional, as opposed to progressive, federal income tax. What do you think of this idea?

Answer 1

The idea would be better off if there is a high amount of income equality in the country but with the United States condition moving more towards unequal income levels, it is very important to understand that Income inequality should be reduced so that all people rise equally towards higher living standards as a result of which progressive taxation is one important tool in promoting that idea. That is the reason why proportional tax is not a better idea especially with the current level of income inequality in the United States