Basically, the federalist wanted a stronger central government while the Republicans wanted a weaker one.
Answer:
The New York Restraining Act 1767.
The Revenue Act 1767.
The Indemnity Act 1767.
The Commissioners of Customs Act 1767.
The Vice Admiralty Court Act 1768.
Raising revenue.
American Board of Customs Commissioners.
Boycotts.
These are some examples
Although direct democracy had been used in some of the colonies, the framers of the Constitution granted voters no legislative or executive powers, because they feared the masses would make poor decisions and be susceptible to whims. During the Progressive Era, however, governments began granting citizens more direct political power. States that formed and joined the United States after the Civil War often assigned their citizens some methods of directly implementing laws or removing corrupt politicians. Citizens now use these powers at the ballot to change laws and direct public policy in their states.
