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the liberty of association is become a necessary guarantee against the tyranny of the majority
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There is, in fact, a manly and lawful passion for equality which excites men to wish all to be powerful and honored.
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On the other hand, in a State where the citizens are nearly on an equality, it becomes difficult for them to preserve their independence against the aggressions of power.