Maxioms by James Madison
A well regulated militia, composed of the body of the people, trained in arms, is the best most natural defense read more
A well regulated militia, composed of the body of the people, trained in arms, is the best most natural defense of a free country.
Since the general civilization of mankind, I believe there are more instances of the abridgment of the freedom of the read more
Since the general civilization of mankind, I believe there are more instances of the abridgment of the freedom of the people by gradual and silent encroachments of those in power than by violent and sudden usurpations.
The safety and happiness of society are the objects at which all political institutions aim, and to which all such read more
The safety and happiness of society are the objects at which all political institutions aim, and to which all such institutions must be sacrificed
If men were angels, no government would be necessary.
If men were angels, no government would be necessary.
What prudent merchant will hazard his fortunes in any new branch of commerce when he knows not that his plans read more
What prudent merchant will hazard his fortunes in any new branch of commerce when he knows not that his plans may be rendered unlawful before they can be executed?
