Sanders Reveals $1.5 Trillion Universal Child Care Plan

The transcript outlines Bernie Sanders' proposal for free universal childcare and early education in the U.S. The plan offers full-day, high-quality childcare for children under three and free pre-K education. It is estimated to cost $1.5 trillion over ten years, funded by a wealth tax on the top 0.1% of earners. The programs would be federally funded but state-administered, adhering to federal quality standards. Sanders emphasizes the need for investment in early childhood education to create jobs and support working parents.

What age group is targeted for high-quality childcare in the proposal?

• Children of all ages

• Children aged five to seven

• Children aged three to five

• Children under the age of three

How does the proposal plan to fund the $1.5 trillion cost over 10 years?

• Through increased income taxes

• By cutting other federal programs

• Via a proposed annual wealth tax on the top 0.1%

• By borrowing from international banks

Who will administer the childcare programs under the proposed plan?

• Private organizations

• State governments

• Local municipalities

• Federal government

What is one of the key goals of the universal childcare and pre-kindergarten proposal?

• To eliminate the need for private childcare services

• To reduce the number of working parents

• To increase the national birth rate

• To provide equal educational opportunities for all children

What additional benefit does the proposal aim to provide for parents?

• Free transportation to work

• Better balance between work and home life

• Subsidized housing

• Flexible work hours