“there is nothing in which mankind have been more unanimous; yet nothing can be inferred from it more than this, that the multitude have always been credulous, and the few artful.” -john adams

the quote from john adams reproduced above most closely represents the founder’s reasoning behind which constitutional principle? after answering, write why you think your answer is correct.

separation of powers
a bicameral legislature
freedom of speech
consent of the governed

i think it's consent of the governed but i can't find details of why.