How did Reagan and Bush try to dismantle the Great Society and undermine social welfare programs?

Reagan and Bush sought to dismantle the Great Society by advocating for reduced government intervention and promoting conservative fiscal policies. Reagan's administration implemented significant cuts to social welfare programs, emphasizing tax reductions and deregulation, which aimed to shift responsibility for social services from the federal government to state and local levels. Bush continued these efforts, promoting policies that reduced funding for programs like Medicaid and public housing while emphasizing personal responsibility. Both administrations argued that these changes would enhance individual freedoms and economic growth.