How did the creation of state governments in the wake of the American Revolution affect political participation?

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In some states, such as Pennsylvania and Vermont, any male taxpayer could vote, regardless of how much property he owned. This expanded the pool of eligible voters and increased political participation. Property requirements for voting did not generally increase and there was a growing trend towards including farmers and tradesmen in state legislatures, indicating increased political participation. However, it is still true that a smaller percentage of American males could vote than their counterparts in Britain. Opportunities to acquire land in the West were not directly tied to the creation of state governments and varied greatly depending on federal policies and treaties with Indigenous nations.

How Did the Creation of State Governments in the Wake