Question

multiple - choice question
what was james madison’s view on political factions?
factions are essential to the well - being of the population.
factions reduce the political power of party leadership.
factions threaten the public good by promoting selfishness.
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congress has become increasingly polarized over the years - just like u.s. society at large. if congress remains as divided as it is now, its members won’t be able to find any common ground. that means that

Explanation:

James Madison, in Federalist No. 10, argued that factions, driven by self - interest, pose a threat to the public good. He believed that they could undermine the common interests of society.

Answer:

C. Factions threaten the public good by promoting selfishness.