While serving as locally elected officials, we’d hear all the time from residents asking us why government didn’t act more like a business. After all, isn’t it capitalism that made this country great, so why doesn’t government operate in the same way? This podcast explores why most of us wouldn't want government to act like a business while highlighting areas where government can learn from business. It ends with some recommendations on what we can each do to ensure government doesn't get overwhelmed by the misapplication of business principles.