The Virginia House of Burgesses was the first democratically-elected legislative body in the Colonies
When Sputnik went into orbit in 1957, America went into a panic. Only President Dwight Eisenhower retained his composure and understood that the United States was far superior to the Soviet Union in scientific research as well as in military firepower.
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Explanation:
Against:
Ruled Absolutely- The Enlightment believed in democracy.
Crowned himself emperor- Same reason as above. The Enlightment era brought about many start up revolutions driven by democracy.
Restricted Press- As with America, the freedom of the press was a big deal.
Supported:
Built Schools and Universites- Many new schools came out of the Enlightment period.
Protected Private Property- As with America, property was seen as a right, for better or worse.
Wrote laws garrunteeing Civl Rights- this is self-explaintory
