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Ambition must be made to counteract ambition
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"Ambition must be made to counteract ambition"

- James Madison

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In this quote, James Madison is emphasizing the importance of ambition in a society. He believes that aspiration is a natural human quality that drives individuals to strive for success and attain their goals. However, he also acknowledges that untreated ambition can lead to negative repercussions, such as greed and corruption. For that reason, Madison suggests that ambition should be well balanced and counteracted by other ambitious individuals in order to maintain a healthy and steady society. This can be accomplished through competitors and checks and balances, where one person's ambition is stabilized by another's. Ultimately, Madison is highlighting the fragile balance that needs to be maintained in order for ambition to be a positive force in society.

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James Madison This quote is written / told by James Madison between March 16, 1751 and June 28, 1836. He was a famous President from USA. The author also have 64 other quotes.

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