James Madison: Virginia Resolutions

( 1798 ) Commentary by John R. Vile, Middle Tennessee State University

“In case of a deliberate, palpable, and dangerous exercise of other powers, not granted [to the federal government] by the said compact, the states who are parties thereto, have the right, and are in duty bound, to interpose for arresting the progress of the evil, and for maintaining within their respective limits, the authorities, rights and liberties appertaining to them.” - Virginia Resolutions

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