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Colonial government in the United States was characterized by direct control from European powers, with limited representation for colonists and a focus on mercantilism. Laws were often imposed without local consent, and governance was heavily influenced by colonial elites and the interests of the mother country. In contrast, present-day US government is based on democratic principles, with a constitution that guarantees individual rights and a system of checks and balances, allowing for greater citizen participation and representation. Additionally, federalism allows for a division of powers between national and state governments, which was not present in colonial governance.

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