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I believe there are more instances of the abridgement of freedom o

I believe there are more instances of the abridgement of freedom of the people by gradual and silent encroachments by those in power than by violent and sudden usurpations. – James Madison

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A well regulated militia, composed of the body of the people, trained in arms, is the best most natural defense of a free country. – James Madison

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The people are the only legitimate fountain of power, and it is from them that the constitutional charter, under which the several branches of government hold their power, is derived. – James Madison

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