Must Civil Government Have a Double Standard?

Why are citizens penalized for missed deadlines while government agencies face no consequences for delays of their own? In this episode, we explore the glaring double standard at the heart of civil government—where taxpayers are held to strict accountability, yet bureaucracies can drag their feet with impunity. From delayed refunds and unreturned bonds to unpaid contractors and endless red tape, the question isn't whether we need deadlines—it's whether fairness demands the government finally start living by the same rules it imposes on us.