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Political Shift and Polarization
- The move to Paris caused a shift in political dynamics, raising questions about the King's freedom.
- This move also fueled polarization within the National Assembly and led to the rise of political clubs.
Key Issues of Polarization
- Two key issues fueled political polarization during the winter of 1789-1790: citizenship and the Catholic Church.
- These issues had significant implications for France's future and divided the National Assembly.
Necker's Failed Patriotic Contribution
- Necker proposed a 25% patriotic contribution to address France's debt, causing an uproar.
- The National Assembly approved it but without a collection mechanism, so it failed.