How did Roman imperialism affect the Roman Republic?

It created massive problems. It made the inequalities worse, and rich people would grab all the lands and make the slaves work, because thanks to the conquests there was a lot of slaves, and the ordinary Romans could not compete. read more

During this time, no other country or force was strong enough to challenge the Roman Empire, so citizens turned their attention to commerce, learning, the arts, and literature, all of which flourished. read more

Roman magistrates actually avoid hearing cases when they can, like Gallio, prefect of Acaia, who refuses to try the violent disagreement between Jews and Christians; but they have to intervene in the case of Roman citizens, such as Paul, who have special rights. read more