America As We Know It Includes A Vast Network Of Representative Governments
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During the colonial period of early America, Virginia was the first to
introduce a representative assembly. This first glimpse of democracy
influenced the shape of America today. It eventually caused the colonies
to drift away from monarchial England, and to establish a democratic
government. Ironically, from this government, slavery and racism sprouted.
In an attempt to make Virginia a more pleasant place to live, the governor
was instructed to create an assembly with the power to make laws. The
assembly included two members from each plantation to serve as burgess ....
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