Agreed. It's a "catch-22" for sure. Damned if you do, and damned if you don't. I do like the idea of living within your means and not going for the "bigger is better" ideal. That said, I always wonder who is presenting the information. What may start out as a great idea becomes a control mechanism towards the United Nations Agenda 2030.

I will always be for projects that help the poor and under-represented masses. It doesn't have to be tax dollar driven, but we do need to figure out how to pay less taxes (which essentially fund the rich). If we have more in our pockets we can then fund enterprises close to home. Bonus for everyone!