How did Reagan attempt to reduce the role of government in American life?

Ronald Reagan aimed to reduce the role of government in American life through a series of policies known as "Reaganomics," which emphasized tax cuts, deregulation, and reduced government spending. He believed that lower taxes would stimulate economic growth and that less regulation would foster business innovation and efficiency. Additionally, Reagan sought to transfer responsibility for various social programs from the federal government to state and local governments, promoting the idea of a "smaller government." His administration also focused on cutting funding for certain programs, reflecting a belief in limited government intervention in the economy and individual lives.