It may not be improper, however, to remark two consequences, evidently flowing from an extension of the federal power to every subject falling within the idea of the "general welfare." One consequence must be, to enlarge the sphere of discretion allotted to the executive magistrate... The other consequence would be, that of an excessive augmentation of the offices, honors, and emoluments, depending on the executive will.


Exposition of the federal Constitution (ed. 1819)

James Madison Quotes

It may not be improper, however, to remark two consequences, evidently flowing from an extension of the federal power to every subject falling within ...

It may not be improper, however, to remark two consequences, evidently flowing from an extension of the federal power to every subject falling within ...

It may not be improper, however, to remark two consequences, evidently flowing from an extension of the federal power to every subject falling within ...

It may not be improper, however, to remark two consequences, evidently flowing from an extension of the federal power to every subject falling within ...