America made herself independent while what was best in Europe combined in enthusiastic applause; and it seemed as though the maxims of Rousseau had been taken to heart and that a single, vigorous exertion of power could remove what deliberation was impotent to secure.
This quote highlights the enthusiastic support Europe had for America's independence and the influence of Rousseau's ideas.
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