Big government Quote by Milton Friedman
“They think that the cure to big government is to have bigger government... the only effective cure is to reduce the scope of government - get government out of the business.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Capitalism and Freedom, 1962
Increasing government size does not solve big‑government problems; reducing its scope is the effective remedy.
In simple terms: Shrink government to fix big‑government issues.
Key Takeaway
Limit government involvement.
Themes
economics
politics
freedom
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
economic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- tax policy
- regulation reform
- public services
Key Concepts
public choice
government failure
Questions to Reflect On
- What areas can be efficiently privatized?
- How to ensure essential services remain accessible?
A Different Perspective
Political opposition may resist reduction.
