Quote by Ronald Reagan

The taxpayer - that's someone who works for the federal government but doesn't have to take the civil service examination.

The taxpayer - that's someone who works for the federal gove

Summary

This quote, often attributed to Ronald Reagan, humorously characterizes taxpayers as individuals who effectively work for the government but are exempt from going through the formalities of the civil service examination. It highlights the complex relationship between citizens and the state, implying that taxpayers, in funding government operations through their taxes, essentially serve the government. The quote also playfully underscores the bureaucratic nature of government employment and alludes to certain privileges or benefits some individuals may enjoy, despite not being directly employed by the government.

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By Ronald Reagan

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