Quote by James Madison

Of all the enemies of public liberty, war is perhaps the most to be dreaded, because it comprises and develops the germ of every other.

Of all the enemies of public liberty, war is perhaps the mos

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This quote suggests that war is the most dangerous threat to public freedom because it not only brings immediate destruction, but also gives rise to various other harmful elements. It implies that war is a catalyst for various negative phenomena such as loss of civil liberties, authoritarianism, economic decline, and social unrest. The quote highlights the widespread and long-lasting consequences of war, making it an extremely concerning threat to the overall well-being and freedom of a society.

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