Quote by James Madison
The means of defense against foreign danger historically have beco

The means of defense against foreign danger historically have become the instruments of tyranny at home. – James Madison

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To the press alone, chequered as it is with abuses, the world is indebted for all the triumphs which have been gained by reason and humanity over error and oppression. – 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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In Republics, the great danger is, that the majority may not sufficiently respect the rights of the minority. – James Madison

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Now, I know there are many Americans who say, Get out of Afghanistan. Bring em all home. And there are others who say, Put in hundreds of thousands of more. – Hillary Clinton

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But now, being a parent, I go home and see my son and I forget about any mistake I ever made or the reason Im upset. I get home and my son is smiling or he comes running to me. It has just made me grow as an individual and grow as a man. – LeBron James

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I cook all my meals at home. – Jennifer Hudson

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Whatever feminists may say about their only advocating choices, everyone knows the truth: Feminism regards work outside the home as more elevating, honorable, and personally productive than full-time mothering and making a home. – Dennis Prager

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I like the guitar better these days. I like the bass, too, but its hard to fit a bass amp in a small car. – Dee Dee Ramone

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Simplicity is making the journey of this life with just baggage enough. – Charles Warner

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A leader is a dealer in hope. – Napoleon Bonaparte

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