A well regulated militia, composed of the body of the people, trained in arms, is the best most natural defense of a free country. – James Madison
The advancement and diffusion of knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty. – James Madison
The essence of Government is power and power, lodged as it must be in human hands, will ever be liable to abuse. – James Madison
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