The early roman republic dealt with pressures from the plebeians for a voice in government by

The early roman republic dealt with pressures from the plebeians for a voice in government by "creating the office of tribune who had the power to intervene in all political affairs"

In ancient Rome, the plebs were the general assemblage of free Roman natives who were not patricians, as controlled by the census. From the fourth century BC or prior, they were known as ordinary citizens or commoners (some portion of the lower societal position).

The transcontinental railroad provided a means of fast transportation. it cut a 6 month trip into 6 days, created jobs for many people and encouraged immigration. the homestead act played a huge role in western expansion; it allowed settlers to begin a fresh start, and gave them land in exchange for their residence for up to five years and a small fee.