James Madison Wrote in Federalist, No

Multiple Choice

James Madison wrote in Federalist, no. 51, "The power surrendered by the people is first divided between two distinct governments, and then the portion allotted to each subdivided among distinct and separate departments. Hence a double security arises to the rights of the people. The different governments will control each other, at the same time that each will be controlled by itself." Which constitutional principle is best reflected by this statement?

A) republicanism
B) enumerated powers
C) judicial review
D) checks and balances