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Wadzanai

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What did James Madison mean when he referred to the violence of faction? How did Madison interpret the role of interest groups within American politics?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

The Supreme Court has ruled that classifications based on race and citizenship status are suspect classifications.
 
  Indicate whether this statement is true or false.



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Answer to Question 1

An ideal response will:
1, Discuss how James Madison used the term factions to refer to a group of individuals with shared beliefs who could potentially restrict the rights of those not in the group or the whole community.
2, Discuss how Madison was concerned about the potential influence of factions that might curtail the rights of individuals or harm the country. However, he also thought that the American political system was designed to limit the potential ills of factions.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: True



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