Primary Purpose Of Government

Many political theorists feel that the primary purpose of government is to protect its citizens, both from one another and from outside attack. Over the years, the concept of protection has been expanded to include far more than protection from foreign enemies. Most people now feel that the government's purpose includes protecting citizens from economic disarray, which can range from protection from individual or household want or loss to protection from the loss of value of the national currency. In addition, government protection also often includes protecting citizens from exploitation, from unsafe or unfair business practices, from consumer fraud or dangerous food and products and from crime perpetrated by fellow citizens. While citizens