How did the intellectual and philosophical ideas of the Renaissance affect the way people viewed themselves and their place in the world?

What might be something all americans believe in that unite us as a nation ?

How would lincoln's assassination change the direction of reconstruction? the radicals used this opportunity to take control of the plans. the south refused to cooperate with any plans after lincoln his death would put an end to all reconstruction plans. lincoln was too weak to carry out his plan and now it could be carried out.

How might an economic depression impact people’s daily lives?