The US is the most expensive nation in which to have a baby

Re:The US is the most expensive nation in which to have a baby by rektide on Friday January 19, 2018 @08:15PM (#16191432)

I'd think most people would realize that having a society raised by loving, caring, well-adapted parents would pay off in the long run. I certainly think it would be in my best interest to have my future fellow peers raised well.

Now, maybe you REALLY want to stare into the void and declare that the decisions made now won't affect your life, won't change your peers. I guess that's your right, but that's not how my societal calculus functions. To me, this is a bargain for maintaining an upright, well functioning, positive society.

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Re:The US is the most expensive nation in which to have a baby by koolba on Friday January 19, 2018 @08:42PM (#16191540)

So why stop at 75% for maternity leave? Why not 100%? Or even 200% of your original salary? It’s for families and kids right? Why not double subsidize it?

You claim it’s a bargain. At what tax rate is it a bargain? 5% increased tax rate? 10%? 25%? 50%?

Specifics matter. Make your case with an actual proposal. Claiming I’m heartless because I don’t want others to spend my money is hardly an argument.

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