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“The means of defense against foreign danger historically have become the instruments of tyranny at home”

James Madison

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Things used to protect a country from outside threats often end up being used to control and oppress the people within the country.

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Authoritarianism Civil liberties Defense Government control Historical perspective National security Political power Tyranny
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