A couple was contemplating marriage.

The woman said, "Let us agree that in our marriage, you will make all the big decisions, and I will make all the small decisions".

The man was surprised that she would concede so much control but readily agreed.

She said, "Wonderful. I will make the small decisions. I  decide how many children we will have, where we will live, and how to handle our finances. You will decide what to do about Red China, the federal debt, and global warming."