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“Ambition must be made to counteract ambition”

James Madison

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When people have strong goals and desires, they can help keep each other in check to make sure no one person gets too powerful.

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Ambition Balance of power Checks and balances Human nature Motivation Personal growth Political theory Power dynamics Self-regulation
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