Concern Quote by James Madison
“The smaller the number and the more permanent and conspicuous the station of men in power, the stronger must be the interest which they will individually feel in whatever concerns the government.”
About This Quote
Source The Federalist Papers, No. 10, 1787
Few powerful individuals concentrate interest, intensifying personal stakes in government matters.
In simple terms: Few leaders amplify personal interest.
Key Takeaway
Guard against concentrated power.
Themes
politics
power
interest
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- elections
- policy making
- activism
Key Concepts
political theory
governance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does concentration of power affect democracy?
- What safeguards can limit personal interest in governance?
A Different Perspective
Power can be resisted by collective action.
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