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 | So what is this mercantilism thing? |  |
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 | Well, it's like this country, England, trying to control the colonies' trade system. We're making sure that no one but us can receive your products, basically. |  |
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 | Yeah, we don't want you to get too independent and make lots of money. Think of the rebellion that would cause! We can't have that. You colonists must be controlled. |  |
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 | At least he's being honest... |  |
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