If this nations government had over the past 50 years conformed to it's purpose as defined within the Constitution, we would not have the problems that we are not dealing with. Sooner or later, we will figure out that our government is the problem, both internal and external to the nation.
---max
Yes But ... Foundationally WE ARE the gubmint. Admittedly it has gotten out of control .... wholesale, but I think we get the leaders we deserve.
Our 'leaders' have become our controlers. What else can one conclude when they put us up on the block for slaughter?
Caveat: UNLESS, and it's a big shakey unless, it is a play for time and position.