What are the implications of having the government regulate these personal choices? Does this contradict the tenets of individualism that characterize American culture? Does it unfairly undermine self-reliance and personal liberty? On the other hand, what are implications for the community if a person acts unwisely? Should society and/or the government be responsible for the consequences—and should it shoulder the costs of poor personal choices? Finally, should there be limits on what government can and cannot regulate?