Good article. Governments always corrupts - it's in its nature. It's primary function is to steal some of your money. They learned several hundred years ago that they couldn't steal too much - so they found a middle ground, where they give us a certain amount of freedom aka. they leech on peoples creativity and prosperity, and then steal some of the profits from their work. They tell us that it's in our best interest. Most people buy it, because it's somehow safe when your parent or spouse (or government) tell you you're safe. You're safe with us. Just contribute. So since their intentions are wicked, the entire "base" of government is corrupt to it's core, so everything it does will be half hearted, poorly designed, badly executed etc. It's just a mess.