Taxation and the Road to Revolution

Taxation in the colonies was a major issue that led to growing anger among colonists. The British government needed money to pay for its debts and decided to tax the colonies on various goods. This included taxes on paper, glass, and tea, which the colonists thought were unfair because they had no representation in Parliament.

The phrase 'No taxation without representation' became popular as colonists protested these taxes, demanding a voice in how they were governed.