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After a heated debate, the Articles of the Confederation was finally put into effect by the continental congress. -
During the second constitutional convention, delegate James Madison proposed an idea about a new form of government in which state population would decide how many representatives would attend.This was known as the Virginia Plan.But, delegate William Paterson also had a proposal. His idea was about the equality between states,no matter how big or small.This argument resulted in a compromise, and a bicameral legislature.This agreement was known as the Great Compromise.
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After the Articles, the continental congress decided to move towards a more central government.Thus, the modern constitution was created. http://www.archives.gov/exhibits/charters/charters_of_freedom_4.html
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On this date, George Washington was sworn in as the very first president of the United States, starting the very long chain of presidents.
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Thomas Jefferson buys the 500,000,000 acre Louisiana land from France in 1803 for $15M, expanding the US towards the western territory.
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Born free in Fayetteville,N.C.,Hiram Revels was the building block for all African-American congressman that came and went after him.
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Jeannette Rankin was the very first U.S. congresswoman.She served from 1916-1918. She was also elected in 1940.
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This document, signed by Lyndon B. Johnson --for the most part-- ended the civil rights movement on a positive note.
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Gerald Ford vetoed several funding bills proposed by different department.This shutdown lasted for 10 days, until October 11.
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President Gerald Ford vetoed the funding bills for multiple departments. This shutdown lasted 10 days.
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On November 4,2008 Barack Obama beat John McCain by a score of 52.9 to 45.7 percent, making him the first African-American president of the United States.
