Government Democracy

20Jan 2022 by

People differ on the need for and role of the government. Government is the legitimate use of force to control behavior. It is legitimate in that citizens have surrendered some rights willingly to the government in exchange for the services provided by the government. 
What is the appropriate balance between government and freedom in American democracy? Recall the philosophies of John Locke regarding religion, education, and violence. Do you think the government should be more active, providing assistance to achieve a common good for all citizens; or, should the government be more limited, involved only to the extent that it protects individual rights and liberties? Explain your answer using examples from the news and the material you encountered in this lesson.
Your discussion postings (250-300 words) should demonstrate an understanding and analysis of the assigned readings and video. Reference the assigned material in your response demonstrating connections between your thoughts and the course resources.