> we probably need serious government interference We should allocate tax money to field an army of Federal Inspectors. I'm sure this already exists somewhat o

> we probably need serious government interference We should allocate tax money to field an army of Federal Inspectors. I'm sure this already exists somewhat on a smaller scale for EPA audits (though the EPA has been recently stripped of many resources and responsibility by the current administration). It may not be necessary to give an Inspector the power to levy fines, because his/her purpose would be to discreetly patrol different cities talking to people about how they live their lives, while observing behavior and local conditions. This would create accountability and be a more personal way to collect data about public sentiment. It could also create ripples in local conversation - "I talked to a G-woman today! She walked by while I was watering the garden and asked how my day was going and asked what I had for lunch - she says she's reducing meat consumption even though she loves the taste. I told her that I've been trying to sort my trash and she said 'keep up the good work'!. She was a very nice, pretty lady!" We do not want to impose "enforcement" as much as we want to develop a polite, cordial federal presence (in the flesh) that sets a good example in order to sculpt citizen habits throughout the nation. It is the presence of authority without the fear of enforcement. It also sets a precedent ("wow, they are serious about this!"). A very recent "example" on front page Reddit today: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BINH6NgnHTM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BINH6NgnHTM I'm not sure if this has happened before, but I believe it is an example of things to come. Public health is a security issue - I can understand Australian law enforcement responding [in the flesh] to local social media activity (anti-lockdown protest organization attempt). However, in the video it seems they are there to enforce, with a house warrant and handcuffs. A slap on the wrist can steer a citizen in the proper direction, but it can also generate resentment. I wouldn't want an "EPA Accountability Agent" to ever be resented. We would want them to exist as a strong, caring, curious, and relatable presence. We need this kind of accountability now that the internet has ironically divided many people on some fundamentals. There's so much information out there and not enough naturally instilled intuition as to what is worth paying attention to. Love your username, by the way. Long-term one day I'd like to be the warden of a piece of land and set up a such a diverse permaculture that eventually when I'm hungry, I would just go out to "gather" what I need fresh off the stalk.