Road to American Revolution (oct 1, 1763 – feb 1, 1775)

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[1763 - 1775]

Not revoluting yet, but the anger of the colonists are multiplying

Whig Ideology
- liberty, limited government, and opposition to tyranny
- described two threats to political freedom
(1) general moral decay of people leads to evil rulers
(2) power is inherently evil and will try to subdue liberty
- strong influence in America compared to England
- encourages people to defend their rights

Privy Council & Board of Trade
- controls America's economy & laws
- frustrations on their decisions

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