Accelerate Quote by James Madison
“Were it possible so to accelerate the intercourse between every part of the globe that all its inhabitants could be united under the superintending authority of an ecumenical Council, how great a portion of human evils would be avoided.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Federalist No. 10, 1787
If global communication were faster and unified under a single council, many human problems could be reduced.
In simple terms: Better global connection could lessen evils.
Promote worldwide cooperation and communication.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- international diplomacy
- online collaboration
- global health initiatives
- conflict mediation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How would diverse cultures respond to a unified council?
- What mechanisms ensure equitable representation?
Assumes a single authority can be accepted by all cultures.