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Jim Sensenbrenner: James Madison used the strongest of terms when stating the House must be composed of only those elected by the people.

On the recordJuly 22, 2009
James Madison used the strongest of terms when stating the House must be composed of only those elected by the people.
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Jim Sensenbrenner
Republican · Wisconsin

Editor's note · Context

He emphasizes the importance of direct elections for the House as per Madison's views.

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