New York was ruled by a governor and an elected assembly. The governor was appointed by the Monarch from England while the proprietors that owned all the land and also had an influence in the government, got to elect the assembly members
They closed the Mississippi River to all American commerce in 1784. This made it difficult for American farmers to get their goods to international markets. Spain would eventually allow Americans to use the river, but placed a tariff for the privilege. <span />
It’s Gibsons v Ogden: Defending Congress’ power under the commerce clause
