The scene is now changed, and with it the part which the same motives
dictate.
The second question is not less delicate; and the flattering prospect of
its being merely hypothetical forbids an overcurious discussion of it.
It is one of those cases which must be left to provide for itself. In
general, it may be observed, that although no political relation can
subsist between the assenting and dissenting States, yet the moral
relations will remain uncancelled. The claims of justice, both on one
side and on the other, will be in force, and must be fulfilled; the
rights of humanity must in all cases be duly and mutually respected;
whilst considerations of a common interest, and, above all, the
remembrance of the endearing scenes which are past, and the anticipation
of a speedy triumph over the obstacles to reunion, will, it is hoped,
not urge in vain MODERATION on one side, and PRUDENCE on the other.
PUBLIUS
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FEDERALIST No. 44
Restrictions on the Authority of the Several States
From the New York Packet.
Friday, January 25, 1788.
MADISON
To the People of the State of New York:
A FIFTH class of provisions in favor of the federal authority consists
of the following restrictions on the authority of the several States:
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