Antoine Aime Dorion, the political leader in the United Provinces of Canada, opposed confederation because he believes that the idea of having one central government will result to the provinces losing their powers. He believed that the French may lose their rights and language if Confederation occurred.
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Ancient China produced what has become the oldest extant culture in the world. The name 'China' comes from the Sanskrit Cina (derived from the name of the Chinese Qin Dynasty, pronounced 'Chin') which was translated as 'Cin' by the Persians and seems to have become popularized through trade along the Silk Road.
Party bosses used a system of coercion and bribes to maintain the power of their political machines. Using violence as a method to ward off opponents or intimidate enemies or potential voters these individuals utilized this method to serve their goals. Additionally party bosses used bribes and other financial incentives to maintain the power of their political machines.