> Everyone can agree that funding a police force, fire department, ambulances etc (basically all things required to ensure and protect property and human rights

> Everyone can agree that funding a police force, fire department, ambulances etc (basically all things required to ensure and protect property and human rights) is an essential and beneficial use of taxes One may think that, but I have had coworkers who have said "I'd rather take my chances, thank you." >>I do have a problem when they take that money and blow it with totally irresponsible behavior. That's the growing sentiment in the US with taxes. What are examples of totally irresponsible behavior of the US government spending that you'd like to see changed?