What are the reader’s perceptions of how government in general operates, and the relationship between government and the public?

On one level of meaning, the book intends to reveal and explore different aspects of government operations that the general public might not be aware of. On another level of meaning, the book is thematically interested in exploring the attitudes of the American public in general towards government. It is important, therefore, for readers to have at least some degree of awareness of their own perceptions of government, and how government functions.

What elements in the Prologue develop the book’s thematic interest in people doing what they do out of love for, and commitment to, the work? Consider both positive and contrasting elements.

The references to the attitudes and actions of Chris Christie can be seen as evocations of this thematic idea, although there is a...