The small government solution is to limit the military to defending America. That is a function authorized by the Constitution. I would consider anything that is viable and that the experts, upon scrutiny, can substantiate makes America safer. Big government wants to intervene militarily and then regulate trade. Small government wants to limit the military to protecting America and open trade.
Trade promotes peace between countries.
Trade promotes prosperity. The Senate should keep its hands out of trade altogether and allow Americans to trade with the world. Healthcare in this country is pathetic compared to what it could be. This is a result of big government involvement. It has failed.