Prompt: Why did the Articles of Confederation prove inadequate for governing the new nation?

Consider: National unity under the confederation, The lack of an executive branch, Economic issues such as taxation and national debt, How the confederation dealt with other nations

First, the thirteen states did not have national unity, since they considered themselves separate, independent parties. Secondly, the Confederation lacked an executive branch or president, so legislators voted according to the interests of their own states. Thirdly, the Congress did not have the power to legislate taxes; as a result, it was difficult to collect money from taxes and pay debt. Finally, the Congress was restricted to administer trade within the different states, which limited international trade.

when alex falls for the charming new boy at school, cole -- a handsome, funny, sports star who adores her - she can't believe she's finally found her soul who truly loves and understands her.  

at first, alex is blissfully happy. sure, cole seems a little jealous of her relationship with her close friend zack, but what guy would want his girlfriend spending all her time with another boy? as the months pass, though, alex can no longer ignore cole's small put-downs, pinches, or increasingly violent threats.  

as alex struggles to come to terms with the sweet boyfriend she fell in love with and the boyfriend whose "love" she no longer recognizes, she is forced to choose -- between her "true love" and herself.

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