Trickle down

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Economic Idea

Used to describe a theory in economics where wealth spreads from the rich to the poor.

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People debate whether trickle down benefits everyone in the long run.

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Not Guaranteed

Highlights the uncertainty of wealth actually reaching lower-income groups.

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The trickle down from the new policy may never materialize for some families.

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Often Criticized

This term is frequently criticized, people doubt its effectiveness in practice.

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She opposes trickle down economics, citing a lack of evidence for its success.

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