Quote by James Madison
In Republics, the great danger is, that the majority may not suffi

In Republics, the great danger is, that the majority may not sufficiently respect the rights of the minority. – James Madison

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Liberty may be endangered by the abuse of liberty, but also by the abuse of power. – James Madison

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What spectacle can be more edifying or more seasonable, than that of Liberty and Learning, each leaning on the other for their mutual and surest support? – 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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