How would westward expansion upset the balance of political power in Congress as new territories were added as states to the union?

The mercantilism option

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The sumerian empire worshipped a lot of natural aspects like wind. the impact on civilization was people abided by rules to avoid displeasing gods and it created a drive in people to be good. i hope this is what you were looking for, as this question was quite broad.