Big Government vs Small Government

I will add to this, but I am hoping that I can spend a little time talking about the false argument that is often presented in defense of small government. I also want to debunk the myth that Republicans are for limited government and shares some thoughts what I think the government should be about.

first go

this is the first post on a blog that i hope turns out to be an archive of thoughts and ideas that i can use later to help change the political dialogue in this country from one of trite antagonism to thoughtful position.