1. Government by the People
The American colonists wanted an active role in their government with the ability to dictate their own laws, taxes, and of the like. ... But with Parliament being the highest governmental authority in Britain, who was there to stop them? ... This led the colonists to lose faith in Parliament as a leader and an adequate governmental authority over them. ... With these laws, acts, and taxes being put on them against their will and without their consent, it was in their nature to resist. ... The American colonists believed in a government for the people, by the people....
- Word Count: 692
- Approx Pages: 3
- Grade Level: High School