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The speaker admits that the federal government is worse than expected, emphasizing the depth of inefficiency and mismanagement that characterizes many government agencies. Unlike a well-oiled machine, a poorly managed government is akin to being in a room where the walls, floor, and ceiling are all targets. Any attempt to fix or save money in such a setting seems futile because there are so many areas to target, and none seem promising. This analogy underscores the complexity and, at times, the seemingly aimless nature of reform efforts within government structures.
Opportunity in the Chaos