Who controls your body?

Fiscal Conservatism 109

One of the underpinnings of fiscal conservatism is freedom, versus “state control” of things which is stifling and should be avoided whenever possible. As I have explained elsewhere, the state (aka the government) should be involved as little as possible in the free market. That being said, government is always trying to expand and exert as much control as it can because that is what it does. This means we must be vigilant to stop government excess.

Although not directly financial, there are parallel ideas with government control over our personal lives. Should government be able to control the lawful behavior of its citizens? What if government is being paternalistic and believes it is taking action “for your own good?”

Should government have the power to stop you from reading hurtful words, eating fatty foods, or saying offensive things?

Government is already taking these steps in our schools....

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