Historically, people have been loyal to their ancestral traditions, native lands, defined territories, and existing power-holders. But new trends that were emerging in human society (e.g. Enlightenment movements, Industrial Revolution) at the end of the eighteenth century began to drive people to nationalism.
New England colonies governed themselves with local governors chosen by the legislature. Town hall meetings would also be held for local affairs.
Joint Resolution proposing 17th amendment<span>, 1913. ... </span>Passed<span> by Congress May 13, 1912, and ratified April 8, 1913, the </span>17th amendment<span> modified Article I, section 3, of the Constitution by allowing voters to cast direct votes for U.S. Senators. Prior to its passage, Senators were chosen by state legislatures.</span>