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“The people shall not be restrained from peacefully assembling and consulting for their common good, nor from applying to the legislature by petitions, or remonstrances for redress of their grievances.” quote by James Madison
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“The people shall not be restrained from peacefully assembling and consulting for their common good, nor from applying to the legislature by petitions, or remonstrances for redress of their grievances.”

James Madison

About This Quote

Source Document: The Federalist Papers, No. 10, 1787

Citizens have the right to gather peacefully, petition government, and express grievances without restraint.

In simple terms: People can assemble and petition freely.

Key Takeaway

Protect free assembly and petition.

Themes

freedom democracy rights participation

Mood

civic inspirational

Type

political educational

When to use this quote

  • protests
  • community meetings
  • letter writing
  • legal reforms

Key Concepts

Political theory civil liberties social contract

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards ensure peaceful assembly?
  • How can dissent be constructive?
A Different Perspective

Balancing order and security can limit freedoms.

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