Discover how the idea of “big government” has evolved from the Colonial era to today and why it’s still a contentious topic.
The Evolution of Big Government in America: From Colonial Beginnings to Modern Debates
Tracing the Historical Roots and Philosophical Implications of Government Size in the U.S.
Have you ever wondered how the idea of “big government” in America is a key to the impossible? To learn why, Let’s travel back in history to the Colonial era and see how this idea has evolved and why it’s still such a hot topic today.
The Colonial Beginnings
Back in the days when American colonies with their local governments ran the show, individual freedoms were held dear. To the same extent, centralized administration was almost nonexistent. Because of that, challenges like defense, trade regulation, and infrastructure development arose. The colonies began realizing the need for some form of robust central authority. This attitude laid the groundwork for future debates on the government’s role.
Fast forward to 1787, the Founding Fathers gathered in Philadelphia, with the intention of striking a balance between individual…
