What would the founders say? a patriot's answer to America's most pressing problems
Makes comparisons between modern government practices and the views of the nation's founders, sharing recommendations for education, gun control, health care, and other important issues.
| Main Author: | Schweikart, Larry. |
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| Other Authors: | Pratt, Sean (Narrator) |
| Format: | Audiobooks Audiobook (CD) |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
New York :
Books on Tape,
Â2011.
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| Edition: | Library ed. |
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Table of Contents:
- How important is religion, especially Christianity, in matters of state and government? Should the two be entirely separate?
- What is the function of education, and how much control should the federal government have over it?
- Is the government responsible for protecting the land and the environment?
- Is the health of the people considered part of the "general welfare"?
- Should the government stimulate the economy and otherwise ensure full employment?
- Does the government have a responsibility to keep large businesses solvent in order to protect American industry?
- What about banks? Doesn't the government have a specific stake in protecting the money supply?
- Should the United States tolerate high deficits and a large national debt?
- What is the purpose of war? Is it necessary or should it be avoided?
- Should federal, state, or local governments collectively or individually have the authority to regulate gun ownership?