You were presumptive and pre(assumed). 1) That I was a Republican Republicans. I'm a former moderate Democrat (conservative) that opted to become an independent.  Please don't assume any conservative is a Republican. 2) (Republicans) are those who feel(s) people "...are too stupid to run their own lives".  This type of behavior is not privy any particular political party.  However you can find this is some AOAO's / HMO's around town.   Re: government intervention, when people lack the ability to conduct themselves in a manner that compromises the safety of others and even themselves the government can and should step in.  This also pertains to individuals who may presumptions that could lead down the path of discrimination and persecution.  Just saying...