Government's Responsibilities
This is a broad topic for discussing the proper role of the United States Government as it does the "people's business."
My Conservative Awakening
by Derek Balsley (libertarian)
Published: November 20, 2011
Iowa businessman discusses his 'conservative awakening' and how he came to believe Ron Paul is the only viable option as President to save America from herself.
The Feasibility of a "Night Watchman State".
by Gene DeNardo (libertarian)
Published: September 18, 2011
Is it possible to limit the role of government solely to protection of the population from aggression?
House Republicans act forcefully, Democrats in Senate punt again!
by Mark Vogl (conservative)
Published: July 22, 2011
Republicans have done their duty...now we wait.
NEW HAMPSHIRE MAN SELF IMMOLATES ON COURTHOUSE STEPS
by Jim Quinn (libertarian)
Published: June 20, 2011
New Hampshire Man Burns Self At Courthouse In ProtestA New Hampshire man burned himself to death in front of a courthouse. The specific reasons are individual to him, regarding a domestic violence arrest and prosecution. But the larger reason he kill
US to participate in Libyan No-Fly Zone ?
by James Luko (centrist)
Published: March 10, 2011
US participation in a Libyan no-fly zone should result in rewards for America.
The economic silver bullet
by Russell W. Dickson (libertarian)
Published: March 7, 2011
There is an absence of real leadership. The political pontificating from the left to the far right is not creating jobs and is not offering any sense of hope. The federal government has turned on itself like a pack of rabid dogs, attacking each other, and the President.
End Bad Government
by Frank Brooks (libertarian)
Published: August 18, 2010
We have to change our seats of power in order to sustain a free, and just America. What freedoms we do have must be used in order to protect ourselves from losing all of them.
Of Good And Man
by Rimfrel (libertarian)
Published: April 12, 2010
We want to do good for our fellow men, but what if good is bad and bad is good?
Who's Anxiety is it, Anyway?
by Maria Folsom (libertarian)
Published: March 20, 2010
A rant about what Big Government thinks I should worry about.
Bureaucracy,Privatization or Bust
by Self Made Man (libertarian)
Published: March 1, 2010
Government Sustainability Vs. Privatization
No Government is the Answer!
by Gene DeNardo (libertarian)
Published: February 25, 2010
An option to the arguments of Joel and Walt.
Truth Inc. Pt. 10
by Darwyn (centrist)
Published: December 11, 2009
All The Arrows
An Implication of Liberty
by Darrell Dillard (libertarian)
Published: October 28, 2009
Yes, the relinquishing of liberty to imbetter society as a whole. Sounds good, doesn't it? If you want government to make the decisions in every manner possible, then that is the plan for you. For me, no.
RATS IN A CAGE
by Jim Quinn (libertarian)
Published: October 11, 2009
The $160 billion spent on gambling each year is indicative of the get rich quick without hard work attitude of Americans. Even worse, households with income under $13,000 spend, on average, $645 a year on lottery tickets, about 9 percent of all their income. Our government feeds this addiction by siphoning off billions in taxes from these gambling revenues to redistribute as they see fit. Government sponsored gambling is a regressive tax on the poor and is immoral.
Are we there yet?
by Chuck Angier (libertarian)
Published: March 23, 2009
It is written that all great societies have failed once the citizens realize that they can vote themselves benefits from the treasury. Are we there yet?
A Taxless Economy Knows Not a Rich Man
by Ohm (centrist)
Published: March 2, 2009
'Taxation of success towards Public Purpose' and 'Private Enjoyment of Wealth' are two contrasting phenomenon joined at the hip. A tipping of balance in either direction augurs the breakdown of a modern Economic Order.
Invasion of Privacy :The American Community Survey
by EJ Moosa (libertarian)
Published: March 2, 2009
My government wants to know what race I am, how many rooms my home has, if it is paid for, when I leave for work, and how much money I made during the last twelve months. This same group has also lost, misplaced, or had stolen over 250 laptops. Would you submit to this invasion of privacy?
Flight 1549's Hudson River Rescue Proves Government Can't Keep Up
by Walt Thiessen (libertarian)
Published: January 18, 2009
It was private individuals, not government rescuers, who saved the passengers of Flight 1549
Create NEW jobs? I tried and the Govt. won't let me
by Big Louie (libertarian)
Published: January 12, 2009
The U.S. Government keeps trying to get businesses to borrow money and expand. Yet, they (The Small Business Administration) refuse to give my company a disaster loan from a flood last March because I own a Gentlemen's Club.
Capitalism: Nemesis of The Welfare State
by Republicae (libertarian)
Published: January 10, 2009
There is nothing that The Welfare State hates or fears more than free-market Capitalism.
Cutting Spending? II
by Jack Galway (libertarian)
Published: October 30, 2008
Are either of the candidates likely to do so? History says no. Their relative fragility says no.
Cutting Spending?
by Jack Galway (libertarian)
Published: October 30, 2008
In the age of groupthink, what does this phrase mean? More to the point, how might it happen?
You Waited Too Long: Start Telling Them "NO!" Now.
by Dan Steward (libertarian)
Published: October 9, 2008
The first step to restoring freedom in America is to explain to them just exactly what you WON'T put up with.
Fascism in America
by Kenn Jacobine (libertarian)
Published: September 15, 2008
Folks, we have real problems in this country. You are probably thinking that I am going to talk about the endless wars we are fighting, the high incarceration rate of our citizenry or the economic collapse that is just around the corner.
Downsizing DC
by Darryl W. Perry (libertarian)
Published: August 8, 2008
Why we need the "Read the Bills Act", "One Subject at a Time Act" & "Write the Laws Act"
eBay Private "Posse" Does What Cops Refuse to Do.
by Dan Steward (libertarian)
Published: July 28, 2008
Private citizens step in to protect Ebay collectors from fraud. A job that cops refuse to do. Just what good is law enforcement anyway?
Let's Save Our Constitution and Republic
by Carl Buschmann (libertarian)
Published: July 1, 2008
What we need to do to save the Constitution and Republic.
An Open Letter to Our Police and Military
by BG (libertarian)
Published: June 16, 2008
A supportive letter to all of those who protect and serve.
IT'S THE POWER, DUMMY. Why I agree With Ron Paul, Even When I Don't.
by Scott from Oregon (libertarian)
Published: May 17, 2008
Just what in the world is a west coast, liberal, agnostic, tree hugging, hipster doing hanging around with a bunch of conservative, red state, Christian gun nuts?
Ron Paul, John McCain, Barack Obama And The Real Deal Ding Dang Deelio--
by Scott from Oregon (libertarian)
Published: May 7, 2008
We've Forgotten Who Our President Really Is...
Liberty for All
by Analysis (statist)
Published: April 5, 2008
The promotion of liberty in society.
So?
by * illumin8d1 (libertarian)
Published: March 20, 2008
Cheney's disregard for the public has reached an all time low!
Two Cents on Spitzer
by Kishi (centrist)
Published: March 14, 2008
Spitzer is officially resigned, effective Monday the 17th. The scandalous behavior beckons an interesting question.
Corporate Well-Being
by Kishi (centrist)
Published: March 6, 2008
We have no right to penalize individuals for being successful, or for working hard. But what about when they begin to crush other people in their self-interest?
They're making me pay for what, now?
by Beatnik (libertarian)
Published: February 28, 2008
I thought we might be able to go a couple weeks without a congressional show trial.
How to Write a Powerful Letter to Congress
by Jake Morphonios (libertarian)
Published: February 14, 2008
Many citizens do not take the time to write to their representatives in Congress because they don't know how or don't believe that their letters will make a difference. Here is substantive guidance on how to write an effective letter, including a sample letter calling for withdrawal from the United Nations.
Discourse on Capital Punishment
by an existentialist (libertarian)
Published: February 13, 2008
U.S. Constitution, Amend. 5, "...No man shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law..."
So How Hard is Vote Fraud?
by Bit2Right (libertarian)
Published: February 8, 2008
Can you find names of registered voters who won't be voting?
North American Union, Is This Dangerous?
by Al (libertarian)
Published: February 5, 2008
How NAU can go against our Constitution
What Are "Enumerated Powers" and Why Does Ron Paul Support Them?
by creator (libertarian)
Published: January 25, 2008
Can any good thing come out of Congress? Ron Paul is a co-sponsor of the "Enumerated Powers Act." Here's what YOU can do today to help Dr. Paul pass this bill!
Shadow Government
by Gary Wood (libertarian)
Published: January 12, 2008
A poetic expression shining light on our shadow government...
Total Non-Recall
by * illumin8d1 (libertarian)
Published: December 22, 2007
Bush's Amnesic Condition Regarding Destroyed CIA Torture Tapes
Americans Unready to Revolt, Despite Revolting Conditions
by Joel S. Hirschhorn (liberal)
Published: December 18, 2007
Americans need to recapture a Boston Tea Party mindset if our democracy is to be restored.
Address by Rocky Anderson Salt Lake City Mayor
by Michael McDonnough (libertarian)
Published: December 18, 2007
This is a reprint of an address given by Ross Anderson Mayor of Salt Lake City Utah. He is very much in line with Ron Paul in his comments.
What Do Ron Jeremy And Ron Paul Have In Common?
by Scott from Oregon (libertarian)
Published: December 3, 2007
Broken cars and porn stars lead to a vote for Ron Paul.
NULLIFICATION
by Al (libertarian)
Published: November 25, 2007
Explains what is nullification and how it should be used by the states.
Is this corn hand-shucked?
by R.J. Moeller (conservative)
Published: October 13, 2007
Another ridiculous story showing how big government ruins everything, and why I am a conservative.
A More Sensible Approach To Campaign Finance Reform
by Walt Thiessen (libertarian)
Published: September 22, 2007
The current Federal campaign finance laws (not to mention state and local laws) are currently framed so that incumbents are almost impossible to defeat and third parties have virtually no chance of winning. Changing campaign finance laws to put the responsibility where it belongs could be a giant step toward changing this situation.
Why Me? Voices from America
by Mary MacElveen (libertarian)
Published: September 21, 2007
I just wish I had more answers to give my readers, but when I do not see real action coming from Washington, D.C., I too am at a loss. So, to the politicos in Washington, D.C.; do you think you can get on the ball and get the people's business done?
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