Quote by James Madison

As a man is said to have a right to his property, he may be equally said to have a property in his rights.

As a man is said to have a right to his property, he may be

Summary

This quote emphasizes the interconnectedness between an individual's rights and their sense of ownership or possession. It suggests that just as one has ownership over their property, they also possess a certain ownership or claim over their inherent rights. In other words, rights can be seen as valuable possessions that individuals have the right to protect and maintain as they would their physical property. This perspective underscores the importance and personal significance of rights in the life of an individual.

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