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The contentious nature of the 1789 election revolved primarily around the recent ratification of the Constitution. Many viewed it as a betrayal of revolutionary ideals, fearing a new tyranny that could prioritize urban commercial interests over rural ones. This hostility contributed to the deadlock in New York's legislature over electors, ultimately preventing the state from participating in the election. Conversely, New Hampshire resolved its legislative impasse just before the deadline.