I go on the principle that a public debt is a public curse and in a republican government more than in any other.
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To provide employment for the poor, and support for the indigent, is among the primary, and, at the same time, not least difficult cares of the public authority.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The government's responsibility includes providing jobs and support for those in need, which is a challenging but important task.
In this quote, James Madison emphasizes the significant role of public authority in addressing poverty and unemployment. He suggests that providing employment opportunities for the poor and support for the indigent is a fundamental duty of the government, acknowledging the complexity and difficulty of this responsibility.
Themes
EmploymentPovertyGovernmentPublic AuthoritySupport
In practice
Example use cases
During a town hall meeting discussing community development programs.
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