What is Government, and What Should It Be?

It’s no secret here that I am not a fan of the U.S. government as it is now, and probably as it’s ever been. Clearly, this is something I share in common with many people around the world and across all political spectrums. Pretty much unless you’re a registered Democrat with a blue wave in your Twitter handle, or you’re currently collecting a sweet government salary, benefits, and power as a lawmaker, you probably kind of hate the government.

But what is government? This question started brewing in my noggin a while ago after talking with someone I know…