James Madison “The people are the only legitimate fountain of power, and it is from them that the constitutional charter, under which the several branches of government hold their power, is derived.” James Madison Topics:OldPower View all quotes by James Madison →
“If Tyranny and Oppression come to this land, it will be in the guise of fighting a foreign enemy.” James Madison
“Knowledge will forever govern ignorance; and a people who mean to be their own governors must arm themselves with the power which knowledge gives.” James Madison
“Americans have the right and advantage of being armed - unlike the citizens of other countries whose governments are afraid to trust the people with arms.” James Madison
