"In Republics, the great danger is, that the majority may not sufficiently respect the rights of the minority"
- James Madison
About this Quote
This quote by James Madison highlights a key issue in a republic kind of federal government. Madison, among the starting daddies of the United States, believed that in a republic, where the power lies with the bulk, there is a danger that the rights of the minority might be ignored. This is since the bulk, being the bigger group, may have the capability to enforce their will and beliefs on the minority, causing oppression and oppression. Madison's words act as a reminder that in a democracy, the rights of all individuals, regardless of their beliefs or status, should be secured and appreciated.
This quote is written / told by James Madison between March 16, 1751 and June 28, 1836. He was a famous President from USA.
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