One of the greatest gifts my father gave me - unintentionally - was witnessing the courage with which he bore adversity. We had a bit of a rollercoaster life with some really challenging financial periods. He was always unshaken completely tranquil the same ebullient laughing jovial man.
I believe that smaller government is better government. But I also believe that in the areas where government does play a legitimate role we should demand that it is done better.