America's Idea of Service

So, America supposedly thrives on this whole deal where its citizens pay one another to fulfill different duties, and services. Instead of trying to do everything oneself, this method of community and sharing expertises in exchange for money runs an efficient market. Or does it? Recently I have been repeatedly faced with the inadequacy of another service. I accomplish my duties to a high degree, an act that pays off for others in the long run. However, when I find I need someone else to do the same, they fall short. In fact, I find that I am likely to be more efficient at doing the service I need done, if only I had the tools. Utter frustration seeps into my daily life at the shortcomings of others. I understand that some are more gifted than others, but then what is the point. Shouldn't a jack of all trades accomplish his or her services to the best of their abilities because of everyone else's inadequate skills? Or should we put up with sub par service? In particular, I am referring to the medical field. We are in need of medical reform...most definately. However, I am not going to support a bill by Obama just because I get an e-mail from his advisors telling me to do so. We should take a look at that bill closely... Oh right, we aren't supposed to do that because thats congress' job right? How do we know that they are fulfilling their obligations to the best they can? What is sub par for a representative? Since abilities are relative a lot of people squeak by, but it seems that an apathetic generation of lazy Americans are trying to just squeak by. Damn.