Why is diffuse support important to maintaining a stable democracy? What happens when a government does not have diffuse support?

Why was the pension issue relevant to the politics of cleveland's presidency?

In this quote british secretary of state william pitt is urging connecticut toa) hold the front from invading native tribes. b) raise troops and fight the french in canada. c) support the french in their efforts to hold on to canada. d) reject war with the french in hopes of ending the conflict.

Which of the following problems did shays rebellion show about the articles of confederation? a. there was no federal standing army b. states couldn’t create their own tax laws c. the federal government imposed too many taxes on states d. there was too much federal regulation of interstate commerce