One of the key arguments that supported the tax revolt of the 1970s, particularly in the United States, was the perception of excessive government spending and taxation. Many taxpayers believed that government had grown too large and wasteful, leading to calls for lower taxes and more fiscal responsibility. This sentiment was epitomized by the famous proposition, Proposition 13 in California in 1978, which significantly reduced property taxes and set a precedent for tax reform efforts across the country.