Quote by Ronald Reagan

No government ever voluntarily reduces itself in size. Government programs, once launched, never disappear. Actually, a government bureau is the nearest thing to eternal life we'll ever see on this earth!

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Summary

This quote reflects the idea that once a government establishes a program or bureau, it is unlikely to dismantle or reduce its size willingly. The quote suggests that government entities have a tendency to perpetuate, making them rather permanent fixtures. It implies that once set in motion, government interventions and institutions tend to persist, indicating a level of permanence that is comparable to eternal life as experienced on Earth.

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By Ronald Reagan

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