The government has created an economic stimulus package with the hope of improving the economy, as fears of a recession increase and candidates for the 2008 presidency are campaigning for the chance to become America's next commander and chief.

With the recent failure of Lehman Brothers, Merrill Lynch's buyout by Bank of America, and the government's huge bailout of AIG more is being made of the economy in the 2008 election. Of course each side is professing to be "the one" when it comes to fixing the economy.

Tell me what your biggest concern is for our country - defense, war in Iraq, economy, immigration?????

Hi there and welcome to U.S. Government. I look forward to many intersting and thoughtful discussions this semester. Please remember to always keep your posts school appropriate. These are designed to answer questions I am unable to get to in class and for you to post your own growing political opinions as well. If you post a question for me to respond to - know that I may not get to it for a couple of days but I will answer you.

Your response response is to the following question - Without using a dictionary, textbook or other resources tell me what is your definition of government?