The Gadsden Project is the intersection of ideas and action. We are dedicated to revitalizing the Founders' vision of local, self-government and taking concrete steps to make that vision a reality once again.  At the Gadsden Project we intend to debate this seminal question, "What is the proper role of government in the lives of free people?" That debate will take place in various social, political and economic contexts. And, we intend to put the lessons of those debates into action at a local l …