feb 2, 1683 - Frame of Government of Pennsylvania

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A document outlining the Pennsylvanian government, guaranteeing a representative assembly and religious freedom for all. There was no official church, nor required attendance to religious services. However, as assuming office required swearing that Jesus Christ was divine, Jews were essentially barred from the government. The document provided inspiration for a republican government while drafting the US Constitution, as well as including the idea for religious freedom.

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