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Why did Washington consider it important to put down the Whiskey Rebellion?

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By putting down the rebellion, Washington can show his citizens the power of the new federal government and for citizens to enforce the law. If Washington didn't put down this rebellion, more and more will occur and many people will not follow the law.
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