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More than two centuries later, Madison’s ideas about constitutional structure, separation of powers, and republican government continue to direct how we understand and approach law and governance today. Happy Birthday, James Madison—and thanks for the blueprint!!

Madison also delivered something many Americans insisted on before ratifying the Constitution: the United States Bill of Rights. As a member of the United States Congress, he introduced the amendments that protect fundamental liberties.

In Federalist No. 51, he gave us one of the most quoted lines in constitutional law: “Ambition must be made to counteract ambition.” Translation: the branches of government should keep each other in check.

In Federalist No. 10, Madison tackled a big question: how do you prevent factions from taking over a republic? His answer: a large republic and a system of representative government that diffuses power.

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