Why did Madison think that factions are a product of liberty?(1 point)

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Liberty requires people to develop factions to have equality.
Liberty requires people to develop factions to have equality.

Liberty allows citizens to think freely so different factions may develop.
Liberty allows citizens to think freely so different factions may develop.

Liberty requires strong state governments for factions to develop.
Liberty requires strong state governments for factions to develop.

Liberty allowed Americans to develop factions to have freedom from England.
Liberty allowed Americans to develop factions to have freedom from England.

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The correct response is:

Liberty allows citizens to think freely so different factions may develop.

James Madison believed that the freedom of individuals to think, speak, and assemble would naturally lead to the formation of diverse factions, as people gather together based on shared interests and opinions. This concept is a central theme in his writings, particularly in Federalist No. 10.