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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America was indebted to immigration for her settlement and prosperity. That part of America which had encouraged them most had advanced most rapidly in population, agriculture and the arts.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Immigration has been crucial to America's growth and success.
James Madison emphasizes the vital role that immigration has played in shaping America, attributing the nation's settlement and prosperity to the contributions of immigrants. He suggests that areas in America which welcomed immigrants have thrived in various aspects such as population growth, agriculture, and cultural developments, highlighting the interconnectedness of immigration and national advancement.
Themes
ImmigrationProsperityGrowthSettlementDiversity
In practice
Example use cases
In speeches about cultural diversity, one might quote Madison to emphasize the importance of immigration.
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