"Of all the enemies to public liberty war is, perhaps, the most
to be dreaded, because it comprises and develops the germ of every
other. War is the parent of armies; from these proceed debts and
taxes; and armies, and debts, and taxes are the known instruments
for bringing the many under the domination of the few. In war, too,
the discretionary power of the Executive is extended; its influence
in dealing out offices, honors, and emoluments is multiplied; and
all the means of seducing the minds, are added to those of subduing
the force, of the people. ... No nation could preserve its freedom
in the midst of continual warfare."
James Madison.
Who? Him again? Well. We're just gonna hafta amend that.
In the meantime, Forward!
James Madison.
Who? Him again? Well. We're just gonna hafta amend that.
In the meantime, Forward!
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