The Federalist No. 51, 1788 advocates that the tendency of human beings to do evil has necessitated the formation of a government which would control the people in return. However, it suggests that no government should have exclusive authority over the people.
The document advocates for the separation of powers as well limiting the powers of the government because it believes that the power of the government is withdrawn from the people. Therefore, it should not be authoritative nor dictatorial. Rather it should bend towards the need and demand of the people.
I think you forgot to give the options along with the question. I am answering the question based on my research and knowledge. This quote best reflects the principle of <span>limited government by restricting the powers of the federal government. I hope that this is the answer that has come to your desired help.</span>
I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option C. Generals george mcclellan and robert e. lee both had past military education and experience. McClellan was the Union general commanding the Army of the Potomac. <span>Lee was the Confederate general commanding the Army of Northern Virginia. </span>