Abuse Quote by James Madison
“There is an evil which ought to be guarded against in the indefinite accumulation of property from the capacity of holding it in perpetuity by...corporations. The power of all corporations ought to be limited in this respect. The growing wealth acquired by them never fails to be a source of abuses.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Federalist Papers, No. 10, 1787
Unlimited corporate wealth leads to abuse; power must be restrained to protect public interest.
In simple terms: Corporate power can be dangerous; limit it.
Key Takeaway
Support regulations on corporate holdings.
Themes
power
wealth
abuse
regulation
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
political
analytical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- shareholder meetings
- anti‑trust enforcement
- public advocacy
Key Concepts
political economy
corporate governance
public interest
Questions to Reflect On
- How should societies balance corporate success and public safety?
- What mechanisms best prevent corporate abuse?
A Different Perspective
Balancing economic growth with oversight is complex.
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