Madison, James (James Madison)

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.
-- James Madison

The truth is that all men having power ought to be mistrusted.
-- James Madison

The problem to be solved is, not what form of government is perfect, but which of the forms is least imperfect.
-- James Madison

History records that the money changers have used every form of abuse, intrigue, deceit, and violent means possible to maintain their control over governments by controlling the money and its issuance.
-- James Madison


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