I wouldn't say that. I would say I think the government is too big and should be minimized at all levels.
Which of these would you 'minimize' first? After reading this list, are there any services you would not minimize, are there any you would cut out completely.
Essential services and public safety
Public education: Provides free public education to all children.
National defense: Protects the nation from external threats.
Infrastructure: Builds and maintains infrastructure like roads, bridges, and other public services.
Emergency services: Provides funding for local police and fire departments.
Mail delivery: Operates the U.S. Postal Service, which delivers mail and inspects it for fraud.
Social and economic stabilitySocial Security: Provides retirement and disability benefits to millions of Americans.
Medicare: Provides government-funded health insurance for seniors.
Food assistance: Offers programs like SNAP and WIC to help families purchase nutritious food.
Bank protection: Regulates banks to protect consumers from fraud and theft, limiting losses on stolen ATM cards.
Minimum wage: Establishes a federal minimum wage for covered workers.
Legal system: Enforces laws and provides a legal framework for society to function peacefully. Consumer and worker protection: Creates regulations, like OSHA standards, to ensure workplace safety and protect consumers.
National Archives: Safeguards historical documents like the Constitution and Bill of Rights.
Public land management: Manages public lands and national parks for the use and enjoyment of all citizens
Emergency services: Provides funding for local police and fire departments.
