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Paternity Leave Falling Short
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Paternity leave isn’t being used as much as hoped—only 59% of dads take it, far below earlier estimates. Designed to share childcare burdens and offset income gaps after childbirth, the policy falls short for many. Low-income dads, hit hardest by a 30% pay cut, are least likely to take time off, especially if on temp contracts. Even high earners, capped at 70% of their salary, still feel the financial sting. The result? A policy that may widen income inequality while leaving dads—especially those with less money—further disconnected from their kids.
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