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State Senator Janet Dempsey Votes in Favor of Allowing Casinos

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State senator Janet Dempsey votes in favor of allowing casinos in her state.Although a majority of her constituents are against this decision, she argues that it is way to increase state revenues.In this situation, the senator considers herself as a ________.


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Scientific Research

The systematic investigation and study of materials, sources, etc., in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.

Social Security Tax

A tax imposed on both employers and employees used to fund the Social Security program, which provides retirement, disability, and survivorship benefits.

Wage-Base Limitation

A wage-base limitation refers to the maximum amount of earnings that is taxed for certain social services, such as Social Security, beyond which earnings are no longer subject to the tax.

Regressive

A term typically used to describe a tax system where the tax rate decreases as the taxable amount increases, placing a heavier burden on lower-income individuals.

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