I think the counter argument is, sometimes it is absolutely necessary for a single individual to decide what to do with the money. Elected officials will only s

I think the counter argument is, sometimes it is absolutely necessary for a single individual to decide what to do with the money. Elected officials will only spend money on things that get them re-elected and stay away from spending that is unpopular. Which means, things that actually improve lives but people are split on it because the issue is politicized, will never get the funding. E.g. Free public transportation