Yes, its all progressive tax on the income tax side in Europe, so the theft happens mostly on the top incomes.
VAT is shitty in EU for anything deemed luxury. Soft drinks are luxury in most countries but depending on where you are, so are many lactose free milk replacements.
I took CA as an example but you are right that the profile is not exclusive at all.
Yes, its all progressive tax on the income tax side in Europe, so the theft happens mostly on the top incomes.
VAT is shitty in EU for anything deemed luxury. Soft drinks are luxury in most countries but depending on where you are, so are many lactose free milk replacements.
I took CA as an example but you are right that the profile is not exclusive at all.