Customer Quote by Ted Cruz
“Because the math is, if you - 5 percent of a million is a lot more than 5 percent of a thousand. So yeah, someone who makes more money, numerically, it's gonna be higher. But the greatest gains, percentage-wise, for people, are gonna be at the lower end of our plan.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Campaign Rally, 2016, United States
Higher earners gain more in absolute dollars, but percentage gains benefit lower‑income participants most.
In simple terms: Rich get more money; poor see bigger percent gains.
Key Takeaway
Focus on helping lower‑income groups.
Themes
income inequality
percentage gains
policy
economics
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
policy
economic
When to use this quote
- budget planning
- tax policy
- community outreach
- financial education
Key Concepts
progressive taxation
wealth distribution
social equity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policies boost absolute earnings for low‑income groups?
- What mechanisms ensure fair percentage gains?
A Different Perspective
Higher earners still keep more total wealth, limiting overall equity.
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