It is a type of tax or a way for the government to make money<span />
<span>Members of Washington's cabinet were split, with some supporting England (some felt this would be a sign of good faith) & some supporting France (some felt obligated to help France as repayment for France's aid during the American Revolution). Washington chose to remain neutral, as he felt the U.S. was too vulnerable to engage in a war.</span>
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Well, I am not totally sure if this is the correct answer, but you could try younger people vote democratic, while older people vote republican...
This goes back to each generation's political values.
I hope this helps!
Brady
Trade was controlled by Britain because it had such a large navy that other European countries could not compete with.