War on Wealth Tax plan
A historically inspired fiscal plan modeled on post-WWII tax policy, updated for the modern U.S. economy. Inspired by the successful post-WWII approach, this plan targets debt reduction through: Progressive taxation, corporate accountability, Strategic growth investments, and Responsible budgeting.
The War on Wealth Policy Analysis
Austin Winkelman for Congress 2026
Introduction and Policy Overview
In this analysis, we evaluate the effects of repealing the 2017 Trump-era tax cuts and implementing a
modernized version of post–World War II U.S. tax policy. During the post-WWII era (1940s–1960s), the U.S.
tax code featured very high progressive rates – top marginal income tax rates above 90% and corporate tax rates
around 50% – alongside a broader tax base. We consider a proposal that emulates that framework, updated for today’s economy.
War on wealth Tax Evasion plan
When the U.S. adapts and implements a strategy like this to go after wealthy tax cheats, the effects would ripple across economics, politics, public trust, and even the global financial system. A realistic assessment of likely effects both positive and challenging. If done well with transparency, legal precision, international coordination, and firm public backing this strategy could: