The checks and balances is a way to prevent government from either devolving into an autocratic tyranny or an autocratic mob mentality. (Beau Willimon)

The checks and balances is a way to prevent government from either devolving into an autocratic tyranny or an autocratic mob mentality.

Beau Willimon

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