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Unit 1 – Foundations of American Democracy
Topic 1.3
In what way did the historical context impact Brutus' advocacy for states' rights in his first letter?
He believed that taxes should only be levied at the state level, not federally.
His fear of an overpowering central government led him to promote strong state sovereignty and individual liberty.
His focus was on promoting local culture and traditions through states’ rights.
He wanted each state to have its own military force due to external threats.
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