Question?

First things first; an apology! Sorry it’s been a while since I have written. Life got in the way. Does that ever happen to you, or is it just me? I do not wish to stir any kind of a debate, but I have question. “What is the role of government?” I recently heard it quoted, “to take care of the people.” I’m just curious as to everybody elses understanding of government. Please give your 2 cents!