What do Baby Boomers think government's role should be?

We asked our online panel of 150 boomers their thoughts on the role of govt. vis a vis the economy and social issues. Here's what they told us (they were allowed to chose more than one response):

• 46% - “I’ve seen the flaws of unregulated capitalism and I’m for more government intervention.”

• 20% - “I am dedicated to the principles of capitalism now more than ever.”

• 32% - “I think it’s the government’s role to make sure that all people have equal access to housing, healthcare, education and a dignified retirement.”

• 9% - “People should fend for themselves. The smaller the government, the better.”

• 45% - “I’m disgusted with government’s role because it’s rewarding failure and bailing out people who made mistakes.”

• 6% - “I think Socialism is a good idea and it will help us solve some of today’s problems.”