Why did the Sedition Act distress many Americans?
A) It threatened their political right to disagree with and speak out against the government.
B) It gave the Federalists too much power and reduced the Republicans' power.
C) It suspended free elections, depriving all white males of their voting rights.
D) It expanded the powers of Congress, which meant bigger government.
E) It allowed libel convictions without a jury trial, affecting people's judicial rights.
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