Diversity Quote by James Madison
“The diversity in the faculties of men, from which the rights of property originate, is not less an insuperable obstacle to an uniformity of interests. The protection of these faculties is the first object of government.”
About This Quote
Source The Federalist Papers, No. 10, 1787
He argues that diverse personal abilities create obstacles to uniform interests, and protecting these differences is government's primary role.
In simple terms: Diversity of abilities hinders uniform interests; government must protect them.
Protect individual faculties to ensure fair governance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- legal frameworks
- public debates
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can governments balance diverse interests?
- What safeguards protect individual faculties?
Balancing diversity with unity remains challenging.