Alejandra Montoya-Boyer, the Director of Policy at Prosperity Now, talks about how we can create long-term economic equity through legislative policy like an expansion of the Child Tax Credit, and a broader investment in Baby Bonds. We also talk about the impact of IRS tax policy, which currently targets much of its enforcement power to the lowest-income families, as auditing the poor is relatively easy and inexpensive compared to auditing the rich; tweaking the tax code so that the distribution of enforcement power isn't aligned in favor of the wealthiest Americans would greatly reduce the wealth gap.From This EpisodeABOUT THE GUESTAlejandra Montoya-Boyer is the Director of Policy at Prosperity Now where she oversees the development and implementation of federal, state, and local policy that seeks to improve economic opportunity for BIPOC and low-income families and communities.Listen to All Electorette Episodeshttps://www.electorette.com/podcastSupport the ElectoretteRate & Review on iTunes: https://apple.co/2GsfQj4Also, if you enjoy the Electorette, please subscribe and leave a 5-star review on iTunes. Also, please spread the word by telling your friends, family, and colleagues about The Electorette!WANT MORE ELECTORETTE? Follow the Electorette on social media.

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