The Fourth of July is here; you believe in the American Dream, apple pie, Mom and Pop, free markets, peace and prosperity for all. You love this country because you know that despite its imperfections, America is still the best country that mankind has ever established. So you wave the flag, hang out with family, and watch the fireworks. But what have you done to protect this democracy ... to make America a little better? Sure, America may be taking about a third of your time in taxes “to make improvements,” but we know most of that is wasted. Taxes are actually making many things worse, but we’re stuck with them (those of us who actually do pay taxes)! So what are you really doing to make it better? There are over 500,000 elected offices in America. Why do we cede control to those who made a religion out of applying the force of government to the act of helping others? If we love this country like we say we do, why aren’t we stepping up to public...(Read Full Post)