James Madison Quotes At no period of our political existence

• Preparation for war is a constant stimulus to suspicion and ill will
• The best form of government is that which is most likely to prevent the greatest sum of evil.
• In the wars of the European powers in matters relating to themselves we have never taken any part, not does it comport with our policy so to do. It is only when our rights are invaded or seriously menaced that we resent injuries or make preparation for our defence.
• At no period of our political existence had we so much cause to felicitate ourselves at the prosperous and happy condition of our country.
• If we look to the history of other nations, ancient or modern, we find no example of a growth so rapid, so gigantic, of a people so prosperous and happy.

                                                                                                                                      James Monroe