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Quote by James Madison
A popular Government, without popular information, or the means of acquiring it, is but a Prologue to a Farce or a Tragedy; or, perhaps both.
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A government that depends on popular support cannot remain sound if people lack reliable information or ways to obtain it. Without public understanding, government risks becoming either a farce, marked by empty or foolish performance, or a tragedy with serious consequences. The quote stresses that informed citizens are essential to meaningful popular government.
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- Library of Congress, James Madison to W. T. Barry, August 4, 1822
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- Official Statement
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