Consider the significance of democracy in early American history, from the settlement of the earliest British colonies. To what degree was the United States founded on democratic values? What aspects of early American history undermined democracy?

Consider the significance of democracy in early American history, from the settlement of the
earliest British colonies in North America to ~1800. To what degree was the United States
founded on democratic values? What aspects of early American history undermined
democracy?

In 900 to 1,100 words, respond to the following prompt. Your response will be graded on
organization, historical accuracy, mastery of the material from lecture and readings, and clarity of
expression. Be sure to reference at least two readings over the course of the essay.