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The Gutenberg Parenthesis

Keen On America

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18th/19th Century American Democracy and Public Discourse

  • 18th/19th century America had a limited democracy (excluding women and slaves).
  • Coffee houses in London fostered diverse public discourse, leading to a sense of democracy.
  • This public discourse, though sometimes raucous, played a role in shaping the state's actions.
  • Similar to the coffee houses, new publics are forming online around shared ideas and needs, potentially impacting future governance.
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