Respond to the question with a clear and well developed argument.  Be sure to utilize specific information or examples to defend and support your argument and make connections when relevant.  

Please answer the following question:

1. What is the role of government in your life? Discuss how the national government impacts your life today. Discuss how the national government should be in your life either ideally or hypothetically.

You MUST include a reference page with this essay and your text must have in-text citation in the body of your essay.  This is a college level essay and will be graded in that manner.  Proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation is a must.  You will be deducted points for improper use of grammar, incorrect spellings, and poor punctuation.