Quote by Thomas Jefferson

In questions of power, then, let no more be heard of confidence in man, but bind him down from mischief by the chains of the Constitution.

In questions of power, then, let no more be heard of confide

Summary

This quote emphasizes the mistrust in political power and highlights the importance of establishing a Constitution as a means of restricting and controlling those in positions of authority. It suggests that relying on the goodness or confidence in individuals is insufficient and potentially dangerous, and instead argues for the necessity of holding individuals accountable through a system of constitutional laws and limitations. By binding them with the "chains of the Constitution," it is implied that this framework helps prevent abuse of power and ensures the protection of the people's rights and freedoms.

By Thomas Jefferson

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