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“A spirit of insurrection has infected the people of Massachusetts... They complain of heavy taxes and unfair laws. They have taken up arms and shut down courts. Can our federal government offer no assistance?”
— Letter from George Washington, 1786
What larger issue does Shays’ Rebellion represent, based on Washington’s concerns?
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Growing support for monarchy in New England
The failure of the United States to maintain its independence
Widespread economic hardship and mistrust in government after the Revolution
The power of the Supreme Court to shut down local governments
— Letter from George Washington, 1786
What larger issue does Shays’ Rebellion represent, based on Washington’s concerns?
*
1 point
Growing support for monarchy in New England
The failure of the United States to maintain its independence
Widespread economic hardship and mistrust in government after the Revolution
The power of the Supreme Court to shut down local governments
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The larger issue that Shays’ Rebellion represents, based on Washington’s concerns, is **widespread economic hardship and mistrust in government after the Revolution**. The rebellion highlighted the struggles faced by many Americans, including farmers in Massachusetts, who were dealing with heavy taxes and debt, and it underscored the challenges of governance and the effectiveness of the Articles of Confederation in addressing economic and political grievances.