They were at an advantage, as they were able to claim the best land before East Coast migrants arrived and had farming experience.
Under the Articles of Confederation, Congress was unable to improve the economy because it did not have the power to tax the states. This meant it was practically impossible for the United States to repay its war debts.
Americans spent 83 cents of every entertainment dollar going to the movies, and three-fourths of the population went to a movie theater every week.
