Governement Transitions

Although modern countries including China and the United States seem to have their feet firmly planted in their established governmental background, it is easy for a country to transition away. Communist China is slowly shifting towards a more democratic nation, expanding their right to free speech and press. Ten years ago in China, no one dared mock government in public press, but now it is more acceptable. Much public ridicule still angers the government, and there remain quite a few things people cannot say. Most Chinese citizens do not know the extent to which speech is free in the United States, and are astounded at how socially acceptable such public mockery is. However, free speech is slowly becoming more prevalent, transitioning the Chinese government towards democracy.
On the other hand, the United States is also slowly moving towards a more communist government. With our current economic situation, increased government intervention is deemed necessary. Multi- billion dollar bailouts are being issued, companies are declaring bankruptcy, and the current projected cost for recovery plans under the Obama Administration is more than the amount spent towards the war in Iraq, and is also more than the cost of the Vietnam War. Also, Obama’s plan of evening the distribution of wealth, narrowing the gap between of the rich and the poor can be considered nothing but Communist. This increased governmental intervention in the economy is moving us closer and closer to a Communist government. I feel that the United States should offer less “second chances” and less economic aid to large businesses. Increased bailouts cost the US even more money and will only cause inflation and worsen the economy.
Countries can either purposely or inadvertently waver from the conventions of their traditional government. Often times, interaction with other countries and individuals, in addition to time and experience can sway the country from their established government, for both good and bad.

Sources
http://www.zmag.org/zmag/viewArticle/19834
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emergency_Economic_Stabilization_Act_of_2008
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,431523,00.html

If Conservatives were always in office

Naturally everyone believes that their political party would best serve the country, and with that being said, it is easy for me to claim that the Conservatives would do the best job in office. Many positive changes would be made, and some examples of these are as follows. Government control over economics would be limited. Trade would be free, without barriers, tariffs, and policies, and economic status would be based on individual responsibility and achievement, rather than government aid to overcome poor decision making. Strong family morals would be upheld, and responsibility for personal actions would be promoted, rather than allowing people to do whatever they please without considering consequences. People would be punished appropriately for their actions, with the existence of the death penalty where necessary. Also, anyone of good standing with an adequate physical and mental capacity will maintain their right to own the firearm of their choice, if they so desire.
However, I also recognize that having a party too extreme towards either end of the spectrum would be detrimental to many people. Even if a majority supported Conservatism, there would still be great numbers opposed. Liberals would burst out in protests against almost every governmental action, and other countries with left-winged governments might not support us as readily as if a more centrist party were in office. Also, without the assurance of government backing, people may take less risks and the stock market may not prosper. In addition, people who do not support these morals and ideals may break laws more readily, and enforcement of certain regulations could be problematic.
For these reasons, I strongly feel that Conservatism would have a positive effect on the general public.