They complain about waste unless they’re getting it.

The rules are super simple. Whatever gets them the most money/benefit. It’s straight greed and selfishness. The mindset:

Is it government funding that’s available? I want it all, while giving nothing back.

Is it a government contract? I want it all while providing the least return possible.

Is it a program that limits money I can make in any way at all? Then it’s evil.

Is it a program that takes money away (I.e. taxes)? Then it is evil.

Does it benefit me, but it benefits someone else more? Then it is evil.

Does it hurt me, but it hurts someone else (that I dont like, or that I compete with) more? Then it is good.