Cases Quote by Alexander Hamilton
“In a free government, the security for civil rights must be the same as that for religious rights. It consists in the one case in the multiplicity of interests, and in the other in the multiplicity of sects.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: The Federalist Papers, No. 84, 1786
A free government must protect both civil and religious freedoms equally, balancing diverse interests and sects.
In simple terms: Freedom requires equal protection for all rights.
Key Takeaway
Guard both civil and religious rights equally.
Themes
freedom
rights
government
diversity
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
political
legal
When to use this quote
- legislative drafting
- court rulings
- public policy debates
- interfaith initiatives
Key Concepts
constitutional law
civil liberties
Questions to Reflect On
- How can laws ensure equal protection without favoring one group?
- What mechanisms prevent majority tyranny?
A Different Perspective
Balancing many interests can be politically complex.
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