Issue 408 If we want them to do less. September 1, 2014

We keep saying as libertarians, conservatives and liberals that we want government out of our lives.  But, we screw up on some key specific things.  If we really want them to get out of certain parts of our lives then we have to get off our butts and do something about it.

Out of our homes:  If we want the government out of our homes then we have to protest.  We must get out of the house and march, sign petitions and join in lawsuits against our own country against the invasion of Federal bureaucrats invading on our privacy.  If you want drugs legalized, then you have to put a face to the name to make it happen.  If you want to make your house larger, or update it, you have to go through government which is unfair for you have to ask their permission to do something on your own property.  And then when you are done they may tax it.  Fight back, it is your home!  What about with education?  It is the parents right to decide how their child is educated, so if we want our kids out of public school and in a charter or a home school, then we must get off our butts and do something about it.

Welfare:  We all know welfare is a big lie. We are taxed more than they give back.  But if we want the government to stop having to dish out so much money?  If we want them to become redundant in this particular area?  Then we need to actually form private organizations to help feed the hungry.  We need private organizations to help pay for health care of those who are poor.  In the event of a disaster, we need to be prepared to act immediately to help ourselves and our neighbors rebuild without federal aid.  In short, we must go forth and help ourselves and our neighbors whilst turning down federal handouts.

Conclusion:  These are two broad examples of us doing more for ourselves.  We do not need government to help us in a disaster.  There is no need for government to give out welfare if the churches and private organizations do it for them.  If we do more, then they will no longer be needed.  So for them to do less, we must do more.