An interesting aspect of this discussion is the seemingly clear emergence of another two Americas: the crowded America with stressed out citizens looking for Big Daddy solutions for their problems, and the less crowded Americans who like the feel of a more local, hands-ons control of their situation.

I guess the real challenge for effective political leadership would lie in helping these two Americas understand each other a little better in an effort to unite their respective needs and goals towards the reformation of one great America. Is there anyone currently trying to do that?