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We need a government, alas, because of the nature of humans.

We can't do without government, but we do need it to be more effective.

But that the people are stronger than the government, and will resist in extreme cases, our governments would be little or nothing else than organized systems of plunder and oppression.

We need a government that is what we are at our best. Smart, efficient, pragmatic and compassionate.

We need a government which, yes, guarantees basic standards in public services, but which also steps in to protect people's wellbeing as they take part in our consumer democracy - particularly online.

Strong government doesn't mean simply military power or an efficient intelligence apparatus. Instead, it should mean effective, fair administration - in other words, 'good governance.'

We actually do need a federal government, but we need a limited one.

Government is necessary for our survival. We need government in order to survive. The Founding Fathers created a special place for government. It is called the Constitution.

A government for the people must depend for its success on the intelligence, the morality, the justice, and the interest of the people themselves.

Government must continue to live within its means.