The middle class is the backbone of the economy, yet many families struggle with rising costs, stagnant wages, and financial insecurity. To address these challenges, we need a strong economic plan that lifts up working families while ensuring the wealthiest pay their fair share. By closing tax loopholes that benefit the ultra-rich and reinvesting those funds into middle-class relief, we can create a fairer economy where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
One key step is reforming the tax code to eliminate unfair advantages for billionaires and corporations. Many of the wealthiest Americans exploit loopholes—such as carried interest, offshore tax havens, and excessive deductions—to pay lower rates than teachers or nurses. By closing these gaps, we can generate billions in revenue to fund programs like affordable childcare, student debt relief, and infrastructure projects that create good-paying jobs.
At the same time, we must provide direct support to middle-class families. Expanding the Child Tax Credit, raising the minimum wage, and making healthcare more affordable would ease financial burdens. Investing in education and job training programs would also help workers adapt to a changing economy, ensuring long-term stability and growth. These measures would put money back into the pockets of those who need it most.