Balancing the budget and limited government

A balanced budget is the most fundamental barrier to runaway government. A government that is limited to spending only what it taxes is severely limited in its expansion and intrusion into its citizens' lives.

Conversely, a government which is allowed to spend money without regard to any limitation, can be expected to become intrusive and oppressive.

If a group wants to limit the size, scope and particularly the growth of govevrnment, a good place to start is forcing it to balance its budget.