Was that first part which he mentions posted at Free Republic? If so, would someone post a link?
Face the facts, their is little accountability or responsibilities for a vast majority of Americans. The "state" (in a very derogatory way) has assumed (taken, as in theft) ownership of many of the individuals responsibilities - a be-all do-all government. The sole purpose of our federal government should be to protect us from foreign invasion and maintain international relations. What little jusisdiction it has within our borders is limited to items enumerated and affecting ALL states. Sadly, that is not the case, as the federal government has made prostitutes of states - selling out in return for federal monies.
Just after the Constitution was ratified, the state of Georgia was sued by a non-resident (contrary to federalist promises during ratification). The state lost Chisholm v Georgia, and in response, Georgia enacted legislation making it a capital crime (meaning immediate death - and no clergy allowed to be present) for a state official to comply with the illegal decision. The states immediately crafted the 11th amendment to prevent this from happening again. The relationship then was proper - the federal governemnt was corrected - it was a servant of the states - not the master. Take away the right of the Federal government to tax incomes and property, and their ability to dole out your money for pork projects benefitting a select few, and the stranglehold can be removed. Allow the states to exercise their proper role as guardians against a federal behemouth and tyrants - the 10th Amendment is there for a reason.
IMHO, of course.