Political Quotes

On the recordMay 27, 1788
The judiciary, from the nature of its functions, will always be the least dangerous to the political rights of the Constitution.
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Alexander Hamilton
Federalist · New York

Editor's note · Context

On the role of the judiciary in the federal government.

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