Quote by James Madison

It will be of little avail to the people that the laws are made by men of their own choice if the laws be so voluminous that they cannot be read, or so incoherent that they cannot be understood.

It will be of little avail to the people that the laws are m

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of creating laws that are accessible to all. Merely having the ability to elect lawmakers is insufficient if the resulting laws are either too long to be comprehended or poorly written. If laws are extensive and convoluted, they hinder the ability of citizens to understand and navigate their rights and obligations. Therefore, the quote suggests that for the benefit of the people, laws must be concise, clear, and easily comprehensible to ensure transparency and effective governance.

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Men

By James Madison

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