Which is better: “big” or “small” government?

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Selected thesis

Big government is better than small government.

Pros

Cons

  • Pro claim 1

    An expanded government is best at achieving collective benefits.

  • Pro claim 2

    An expanded government can best protect the vulnerable in society.

  • Con claim 1

    A smaller government promotes free market competition.

  • Con claim 2

    A small government gives citizens more freedom to decide how they want to live.