Enemies From Within

English: stippling engraving of James Madison, President of the United States, done between 1809 and 1817. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

“Since the general civilization of mankind, I believe there are more instances of the abridgement of the freedom of the people, by gradual and silent encroachments of those in power, than by violent and sudden usurpations.” ~~~ James Madison ( June 6, 1788)