The Middle Class Gets Hit the Hardest

Jos Laizet argues that middle-income earners bear the greatest tax burden due to avoidance by the wealthy and social protections for the poor, while the Netherlands is losing its status as a financial center as multinationals depart. - Tax systems historically burden the middle class the most. - High-income individuals structure finances to avoid taxes; low-income receive social protection. - The resulting tax burden falls on middle-income earners. - Netherlands has lost its reputation as a financial hub. - Major multinationals like Unilever and Shell have left the country. - Policy environment is driving away corporate headquarters.