Alexander Hamilton: “It is essential to the security of liberty that the government in…”

On the recordFebruary 18, 1788

It is essential to the security of liberty that the government in general should have a common interest with the people.

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On the need for government alignment with the people's interests.

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Alexander Hamilton: “It is essential to the security of liberty that the government in general should have a common interest with the people.”