The enigma of James Madison and effective self-government. Was Madison sincere, or was he pursuing a means to an end? The question has decided relevance today, as we see political opportunists claiming the mantle of “freedom” and “liberty,” yet filled with disdain for constitutional principles. Once again, if you take Dr. Bill’s teaching to heart, you’re probably ahead of a majority of the voters in this country and waaaaay ahead of 100% of Trump and his supporters.