James Madison believed that having multiple organizations in the political system would result in which of the following?

A. Conflict between the organizations that would divide the American republic
B. Smaller states having the power to check large states
C. Undermining of effective government because of limitations in the political process
D. Prevention of the formation of oppressive majorities, thereby protecting rights of political minorities
E. Control of the government by the organization with the greatest monetary influence


Answer: D

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