colonist were angered by the stamp act because they did not have
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representation in the British government. They believed that the British government was imposing taxes on them without their consent or input, which they saw as a violation of their rights as British subjects. The colonists argued that they should have the same rights as those living in Britain, including the right to representation in the decision-making process. This led to widespread protests and boycotts against the Stamp Act, which ultimately contributed to the growing tensions and the eventual outbreak of the American Revolution.