According to Madison, It Was Best for the Government to Be

According to Madison, it was best for the government to be at some distance from the people because

A) a government should debate in secrecy to allow the representatives to say what they truly believe.
B) to avoid corruption, legislators should not be distracted by too many influences.
C) presidents could play to the crowd and be tempted to become demagogues.
D) the government should be insulated from the momentary passions of the people.
E) the people tend to be better informed about local matters.