The power to declare war, including the power of judging the causes of war, is fully and exclusively vested in the legislature.
James MadisonThe operations of the federal government will be most extensive and important in times of war and danger; those of the State governments, in times of peace and security.
James MadisonArmies, and debts, and taxes are the known instruments for bringing the many under the domination of the few.
James Madison