“Money cannot be applied to the *general welfare*, otherwise than by an application of it to some *particular* measure conducive to the general welfare. Whenever, therefore, money has been raised by the general authority, and is to be applied to a particular measure, a question arises whether the particular measure be within the enumerated authorities vested in Congress. If it be, the money requisite for it may be applied to it; if it be not, no such application can be made.”
Quote by James Madison
Work
The Debates in the Several State Conventions on the Adoption of the Federal Constitution: As Recommended by the General Convention at Philadelphia in 1787 ...
Comprising the transcripts of the debates held in the state conventions, this book offers a comprehensive view of the discussions surrounding the adoption of the Federal Constitution. It captures the arguments, concerns, and compromises that shaped the final document, providing valuable insights into the early political landscape of the United States. more
Author
James Madison
James Madison, the 4th President of the United States, was born on March 16, 1751, and died on June 28, 1836. He was a key figure in drafting the U.S. Constitution and had a profound impact on the political system of the United States. more
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