Quote by James Madison
The essence of Government is power and power, lodged as it must be

The essence of Government is power and power, lodged as it must be in human hands, will ever be liable to abuse. – James Madison

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A sincere and steadfast co-operation in promoting such a reconstruction of our political system as would provide for the permanent liberty and happiness of the United States. – James Madison

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As a man is said to have a right to his property, he may be equally said to have a property in his rights. – James Madison

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Democrats want to use the slowdown as an excuse to do what their special interests are always begging for: higher taxes, bigger government and less trade with other nations. – Mitt Romney

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Its become unfashionable to celebrate political achievement, and Labour achievement even less so. And its positively uncouth to be proud of something that this Labour government is doing. So, slam me for saying so, but Im really proud of the NHS. – Lucy Powell

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The government of Israel doesnt like the kinds of things I say, which puts them into the same category as every other government in the world. – Noam Chomsky

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But ours was intended to be a citizen government. It is what of, by and for the people means. And when our most important issue in California is the creation of jobs, I think its quite helpful to have someone in the U.S. Senate or in the governors seat who actually knows where jobs come from. – Carly Fiorina

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I have a sweet tooth for song and music. This is my Polish sin. – Pope John Paul II

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In prison, inmates sometimes use Cheetos and grape juice as makeup. I wouldnt use that beauty regimen around Britney Spears – she might lick your face off! – Joel McHale

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