Ambitious Quote by James Madison
“Reason, on the contrary, assures us, that as in so great a number, a fit representative would be most likely to be found, so the choice would be less likely to be diverted from him, by the intrigues of the ambitious, or the bribes of the rich.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: The Federalist Papers, 1788
Statistical representation ensures the most suitable candidate is chosen, reducing manipulation by powerful interests.
In simple terms: Fair voting picks the right leader.
Key Takeaway
Promote representative democracy.
Themes
politics
representation
fairness
Mood
analytical
serious
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- elections
- legislative appointments
- organizational leadership
Key Concepts
democracy
statistics
corruption
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we guard against manipulation?
- What safeguards ensure fairness?
A Different Perspective
Statistical data may be misused.
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