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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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To suppose that any form of government will secure liberty or happiness without any virtue in the people, is a chimerical idea. – James Madison

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