Big Government Is Bad Government
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Why Big Government Isn't Always a Good Idea
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As we advance into the 21st century, Western democracies are increasingly entangled in the minutiae of daily life. Regardless of political orientation, governments seem convinced they know what's best for everyone. Rather than tackling the major issues of the day, they focus on regulating our everyday actions, often telling us what we cannot do. This leads to more restrictive societies where vocal minorities exert growing influence over legislators.Article Body:
In the 21st century, Western democracies are becoming more involved in the small details of people's lives. Regardless of their political stance, governments appear to believe they know what is best for everyone. Instead of focusing on significant issues, they increasingly legislate on how we live daily, often dictating what we shouldn't do. This trend is making societies more restrictive and giving vocal minorities greater influence over lawmakers.The majority of people remain apathetic and hold no strong positions, allowing governments to continue encroaching on our freedoms. The most concerning aspect is that this encroachment is often justified as being for the common good. Government leaders frequently assert that they know what's best because they understand the bigger picture. This rationale supports decisions like invading Iraq, banning fox hunting, prohibiting smoking, and revising abortion time limits. Each of these actions is based on different reasons: Iraq's invasion remains ambiguous; fox hunting is seen as cruel; smoking is banned due to health concerns; and abortion changes are masked in moral arguments backed by medical claims.
This interference in our lives might stem from politicians struggling to find major issues to address. Great reforms of the past have been accomplished, leaving them to tinker with smaller issues while global crises escalate. For example, smoking is banned in public due to its high public health costs. What's next? Will eating in public be outlawed? Will lack of exercise become punishable? Could a certain weight lead to fines? Obesity costs outweigh those from smoking and alcohol combined.
Why do governments feel the need to constantly create new laws?
Much of the legislation currently in the UK Parliament amends previous Acts to make them more effective and less costly. Why can't they get it right the first time? When significant events occur, new laws are promptly introduced, adding restrictions. Soon, citizens in the UK might be required to purchase ID cards despite widespread opposition. We're told these will solve issues like crime and fraud, though terrorism might persist. At least, they say, ID cards will help catch offenders afterward.
Perhaps governments should take an extended break. They might find that stepping back from creating new laws gives them perspective. Then, as society navigates these challenges, perhaps they'll concede that we might manage just fine?"or at least learn what truly works.
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