Why Was Madison Particularly Concerned About Factions in Federalist No

question 26

Multiple Choice

Why was Madison particularly concerned about factions in Federalist No.10?

• A)He believed that factions pursuing their self-interest would work against the broader public interest.
• B)He worried that factions were too focused on the public good and that they neglected to take care of their own needs.
• C)He worried that the Constitution did not provide enough opportunities for factions to be involved in politics.
• D)He worried that factions might prevent the Constitution from being ratified.

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