STREET BEAT: ‘Will a smaller government be more effective?’

 Carlos Ramirez

Los Angeles

“No. Whenever you go to any government office or call, it takes months, or you’re on hold forever. And now there’s going to be even less people.” 

 

 

Jeff Berryman

Los Angeles

“I think there’s inefficiency, but I don’t agree with the blanket cuts. … There needs to be a better strategy.”

 

 

Omar Tillman

Los Angeles

“The way it’s being done is doing more harm than good. A lot of people with special skills are losing their jobs and it’s going to hurt the country.”

 

Lori Roberts

Los Angeles

“I believe in a balanced budget, but you cannot run a country like you run a business. It’s not the same.”  

Compiled by Cynthia Gibson in Culver City.