Madison and the Framers preferred __________ over local democracies, fearful that local majorities would infringe on the rights of local minorities.

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Madison and the Framers advocated for a large-scale republic because they believed it would better protect the rights of minorities against the tyranny of the majority, which they feared could occur in smaller, local democracies.

Madison and the Framers Preferred __________ Over Local Democracies, Fearful