People are really upside down. They want a government they can trust. They want one that's not going to raise their taxes by $15 billion and not lay off one state employee.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
The people want government that works for them at every level.
People try to live within their income so they can afford to pay taxes to a government that can't live within its income.
People want a grounded government. They want a government that's going to be responsible to them.
I hate big government, but I really hate a government that doesn't work. So when 'they say we either have to raise taxes or cut core services,' it's actually a 'false choice.'
The American taxpayers are a powerful force. They don't want their taxes raised.
What people want is big government that they don't have to pay for.
Providing for the common good, making people feel secure in their communities and homes - this is the central job of government. it's why all of us are here serving our state and our people.
People really have to believe in their tax system. They have to believe that there is an equitable distribution of the burden, but there is also an important investment based upon the potential achievements that come from us paying our taxes.
Is there any wonder why we are in such big trouble? Any question why the people don't trust their government anymore, and demand a change?
The American people think the government in Washington is too big. That it spends too much. And - and that it's totally out of control. They want something done about it.
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