How much native american influence you think america had as a democracy and culture?

[Thrynn]

Originally Posted by Itchybottom [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

You actually just described the Mayans according to what we know thus far about them from archaeological, anthropological and historical record. Sedentary people, with solid agriculture technology for the time, a well done mathematics system, and very little hegemonic expanse. Sure, they had their share of warfare but it was amongst themselves and interlopers. It also didn't affect the entire civilization's political structure as a whole, as the issues were regional.

Late post-classic Mesoamerican's on the other hand, I completely agree with you. The flower wars were an absurdity for certain.

As to the Mayan calendar ending, it just wasn't calculated further. If you started a long count calendar similar to the Mayans, I'm sure you'd get sick of checking your math too.

Again, I ask, why are Mayan in a discussion of the political development in North America during the 1600's until the Constitution was ratified?