The reformation contributed to the growth of democracy in that Protestantism encouraged people to question authority and rely on their own judgment. The Protestant Reformation was a major religious movement in Europe during the 16th century aimed to change the old practices of the Catholic Church.
There was a strong spirit of cooperation
Adam decided that war should be avoided at all costs, for the US barely got their independence, and they still had internal problems. Instead of starting another war and spelling the destruction of the US, they decided to try to negotiate with France
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