It was William Blake who is commonly credited with launching the English romantic movement was, although his greatly went largely unrecognized during his lifetime unfortunately.
The mid-Atlantic colony of Pennsylvania was founded by William Penn primarily because of his devotion to religion freedom. Penn was a Quaker who believed that there should be a place where all religions are welcome.
If I am not mistaken I believe it is true.
Hindrances to answered prayer include:
1.refusal to hear God's law
2.unconfessed sin
3.doubting
4.praying to be seen of men