Ethanol in small engines

Running the engine dry is not always the answer as a little fuel can remain in the carb. After posting to this thread I thought I should get my genny out and run it a little, planned on using it to power the hedge trimmers while I cut the hedges. Well guess what, carb is leaking fuel once again. I guess 6 months setting after the fuel valve was turned off and the engine run dry didn't help.
I'm sure glad I live in a free state and can buy ethanol free gas, own firearms without registration and carry firearms were ever I want. I might not be able to buy hard booze on Sundays but I guess its a small price to pay compared to some other states.