In the 1790s, the public sphereA) was mainly limited to debates among famous elites.B) stagnated, because there were not yet post offices to circulate correspondence and newspapers.C) contracted, because the Alien and Sedition Acts succeeded in delegitimizing the right to freedom of expression.D) was celebrated by Federalists and condemned by Republicans.E) expanded, as evidenced by the rapid growth of the American press.

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In the 1790s, the public sphereA)  was mainly limited to debates among famous elites.B)  stagnated, because there were not yet post offices to circulate correspondence and newspapers.C)  contracted, because the Alien and Sedition Acts succeeded in delegitimizing the right to freedom of expression.D)  was celebrated by Federalists and condemned by Republicans.E)  expanded, as evidenced by the rapid growth of the American press.

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Final Answer : E, Explanation :  The 1790s saw a significant expansion of the public sphere, particularly through the rapid growth of the American press, which facilitated wider public engagement and debate beyond just the elite circles.

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