✅ No, we couldn't find enough information regarding this on authoritative news outlets. However, here's what we found:

1. Washington Examiner: The article discusses how both the media and the citizenry are failing in their duties in a Madisonian republic, highlighting issues like tribalism and double standards in media reporting. (<https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/beltway-confidential/3281714/media-citizenry-failing-james-madison>) - Trust Score: 6/10

2. First Amendment Encyclopedia: While not directly addressing the claim, this source provides context on James Madison's views on public opinion and the role of the press in a republic, emphasizing the importance of free speech and press freedom. (<https://firstamendment.mtsu.edu/article/james-madison>) - Trust Score: 9/10

3. Nieman Storyboard: This article mentions Madison's quote about the press being crucial despite its abuses, highlighting the importance of journalism in societal progress. It does not specifically mention the media and citizenry failing Madison's ideals. (<https://niemanstoryboard.org/2018/09/19/to-the-press-alone-checkered-as-it-is-with-abuses-the-world-is-indebted-for-all-the-triumphs-which-have-been-gained-by-reason-and-humanity-over-error-and-oppression>) - Trust Score: 8/10

These sources provide some context related to Madison's ideals and the current state of media and citizenry but do not comprehensively address the specific claim as presented.