Elon Musk says “Government is the DMV at scale.” How Much DMV Do You Want? That’s the question people should be asking”

Elon Musk, known for his bold views and futuristic adventures, recently made a statement that got people talking. He compared the government to the DMV, saying “Government is the DMV at scale. How many DMVs do you want? That’s the question people should be asking themselves.”

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Musk was actually responding to a sarcastic tweet that said:

“We need to force Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk and Warren Buffett to sell their companies and give the proceeds to Kamala Harris so she can better allocate that capital to the people who need it most . Government is the best allocator of capital.”

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When Musk asks, “How many DMVs do you want?” he non-sarcastically asks people to think about how much government they really want in their lives. Just as the DMV is often slow and frustrating, government as a whole can be the same, but on a larger scale. Do people want more government, even if it means facing more of the same problems we see at the DMV?

For many people, the DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) is the perfect example of how ineffective government can be. It’s where you go to renew your license, register your car, or take your driving test, and it’s known for long lines, confusing steps, and not-so-friendly service. Because of this, the DMV has become a popular joke and a symbol of all that is frustrating about dealing with government offices.

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When Musk makes this parallel, he taps into a widespread sentiment. Most of us have heard stories of frustrating experiences at the DMV, and these stories have become almost universal. The DMV experience is an easy metaphor for how some people view government as a whole.

Others, however, argue that while government is not perfect, it plays a key role in ensuring that basic needs and services are met for everyone. Things like public education, health care, infrastructure, social security, emergency response systems, clean air and water, etc.

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Interestingly, not everyone has a terrible experience with the DMV. For example, one person shared under Musk’s reply, “I have to say I had a really good experience renewing my license in person. I made an appointment online, showed up at that time and was out of there in 10 minutes. Well done Houston DMV. I realize it’s not par for the course, though.”

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