Why Politicians Hesitate
Around the world, lawmakers tread carefully around this topic. Few governments want to touch the idea of income-adjusted fines, fearing backlash from both voters and businesses.
To some, it’s a political minefield — fairness on paper, resentment in practice. To others, it’s a long-overdue shift in how we think about justice. But one thing is certain: as public awareness grows, so does pressure on leaders to take a stand. And if history tells us anything, silence doesn’t last forever.