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Colonial governments sometimes prioritize the interests of the colonizing power leading to the exploitation of the colonys resources and people. -
The act hampered the colonial economy especially the rum industry in New England by increasing the cost of molasses and disrupting trade with foreign markets. -
They felt like since they were paying taxes to a government where they had no representation they were angry because the colonists was forced to let British soldiers sleep and eat in their houses . -
Growing feelings of colonial unity stemmed from opposition to British tax policies the formation of political organizations like the Stamp Act Congress cooperative efforts such as the Committees of Correspondence and the Continental Congresses . -
All men are created equal and endowed with inalienable rights including life , liberty the pursuit of happiness. By declaring independence , the colonies aimed to form a new nation and secure alliances , particularly with France , to aid in their war against Great Britain.