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Quote by James Madison
War should only be declared by the authority of the people, whose

War should only be declared by the authority of the people, whose toils and treasures are to support its burdens, instead of the government which is to reap its fruits. – 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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Wherever there is interest and power to do wrong, wrong will generally be done. – James Madison

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Democracy is not so much a form of government as a set of principles. – Woodrow Wilson

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Nothing is so permanent as a temporary government program. – Milton Friedman

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It is perfectly true that that government is best which governs least. It is equally true that that government is best which provides most. – Walter Lippmann

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If you join government, calmly make your contribution and move on. Dont go along to get along do your best and when you have to – and you will – leave, and be something else. – Peggy Noonan

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Ostensibly rigorous and realistic, contemporary conservatism is an ideology of denial. Its symbol is a smile button. – Christopher Lasch

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I wanted to contribute my time, myself, my knowledge, my love, because Haiti is my everything. – Laurent Lamothe

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