Which of the following statements would mason most likely agree with? a: the constitution takes away more freedom than it gives. b: the constitution gives more freedom than it takes away. c: the constitution gives americans complete freedom.

there is no declaration of rights . . nor are the people secured even in the enjoyment of the benefit of the common law . .

it is at present impossible to foresee whether [the constitution] will, in its operation, produce a monarchy or a corrupt oppressive aristocracy.

-george mason,
1787