Why were Muslims able to gain control of the Iberian Peninsula in the 700s? The territory was close to their most sacred cities.
The territory was close to their lands in North Africa.
Everyone who lived in the area followed Islam.
Everyone who lived in the area spoke the same language.

the territory was closed to their most sacred city

he believed that congress would be better not dealing with "lobbyists", or people who seek to influence (a politician or public official) on an issue, since historically, they had problems with these kinds of people. he thought lobbying produces benefits, but should be carefully monitored.

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