“There is no other way. It called politics.”
All you mention is worthy and good. I agree. But I must point out it is politics that got us here. We’ve got a ways down to go before the politics of “reform” takes the day from the politics of “gimme my check”.
I’m actually slightly encouraged seeing the number of folks on this thread that comprehend the practical ramifications of all the spending that continues to occur. Usually the ones who want their checks ad infinitum are much more angry and indignant, and the ones who understand the checks can’t keep coming are fewer in number.
Then we must redouble our efforts. Otherwise we will be reduced to a greater degree of slavery than we already are. Pure slavery is nothing more than a 100% tax rate.