The emergence of Mr Romney’s child benefits plan as Democrats prepare a similar effort could give the White House an opportunity to incorporate policies with bipartisan support into its relief package. Advocates for expanding child benefits say they will make an enormous dent in child poverty in the United States, although some right-wing scholars argue the benefits may discourage parents from pursuing employment. Many Democrats are likely to oppose this part of Mr Romney’s plan. That has led Democratic members of congress to spearhead legislation to expand child benefits that command near-universal support among Democratic politicians. Mr Romney’s plan would have a dramatic impact on lowering child poverty, according to an analysis by the Niskanen Centre think tank.

Source: Irish Independent February 05, 2021 02:37 UTC