Turner's "frontier thesis" argued that

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According to Turner, America's frontier had made it more democratic by creating a society of self-reliant individuals with a strong sense of individualism and equality. The West was seen as a great leveler, where social hierarchies and class distinctions were less important than a person's abilities and willingness to work hard. This led to a more democratic society where people had a greater say in their government and their lives.

Turner's "Frontier Thesis" Argued That