What is the public's recourse against government waste and fraud?

The clip highlights that elections represent people's primary recourse against government mismanagement and fraud. However, despite promises of reform during campaigns, these electoral efforts have repeatedly failed to produce meaningful change or accountability in government spending practices. The discussion notes that the public is increasingly restless over this ineffectiveness, as billions in taxpayer dollars continue to be lost to fraud annually. This growing frustration reflects deeper concerns about the disconnect between democratic processes and actual government accountability, with citizens feeling powerless despite their electoral participation.