The town meeting form of government refers to a democratic system where all eligible members of a community gather together to make decisions and discuss important issues affecting their town.
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New England Colonies: The New England colonies were known for their strict religious practices and adherence to the town meeting form of government.
Puritans: Puritans were religious dissenters who settled in the New England colonies and played a significant role in establishing the town meeting form of government.
Direct Democracy: Direct democracy is a political system where citizens participate directly in decision-making processes, similar to the town meeting form of government.