Interesting that this commentary is all over the place with no central theme other than I don't like Trump.  If Ms. Cundiff wants to do something useful, start a "citizen tax movement," wherein citizens with a similar mindset to her can contribute to a central pot which can be distributed to favored causes.  It is not necessary that all money funnels through the government.  Like minded people working strictly on a volunteer basis (no rich CEO or executives) should form donation organizations which support projects of common interest.  Focusing on the government to solve all problems is unproductive.  Altruistic Americans bond together for the common good - especially post retirement when entirely volunteer work is eminently possible.