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Hidden Gems: James Madison’s Top-12 Quotes on the Constitution
Mar 15, 2024
Delve into James Madison's top 12 quotes on the Constitution, exploring key clauses and government structure. Discover Madison's views on state powers and strategies like nullification against federal overreach. Learn about interpreting the Constitution through Madison's perspective and the importance of state sovereignty in enforcing constitutional principles.
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- Madison stressed the limited federal powers under the Constitution, advocating for the states' numerous and indefinite powers, paving the way for the 10th Amendment.
- Madison opposed granting Congress unlimited discretion under the necessary and proper clause, advocating for a restricted interpretation aligned with enumerated powers.
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James Madison's Views on the Constitution
James Madison, known as the father of the Constitution, emphasized the limited powers delegated to the federal government by the proposed Constitution. He highlighted that the powers left to the state governments were numerous and indefinite, setting the stage for the 10th Amendment. Madison discussed the importance of not interpreting clauses like the general welfare clause as granting unlimited power to Congress, emphasizing the need to adhere to the enumerated powers.
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