Maryland was settled by British Catholics led by Lord Baltimore
Florida was settled by the Spanish soldiers, looking to expand the Spanish empire. They were almost all likely Catholics, given the makeup of the Spanish empire at the time.
Massachusetts was settled by British Puritans, who were looking to establish a religious colony.
The Enlightenment philosopher who promoted the principles of separation of church and state along with freedom of the press was Voltaire. Voltaire established himself as one of the leading writers of the Enlightenment. Hope this answers the question. Have a nice day.
