Once upon a time, before World War II, there was a strong consensus for limited government. We need limited government not in the sense of smaller government — that’s impossible — but in the sense of government that is focused and reflects agreed-upon boundaries. What jobs must government do? Who deserves benefits and why? We need a leader who can shift public opinion and reconcile Americans to the need for choices, many unpopular. That person is nowhere in sight.
What is the Government’s Job?
