How did the puritans leaders respond to those who disagreed with them?

Puritan leaders often responded to dissenters with strict measures, including public shaming, imprisonment, and even banishment. They maintained a theocratic governance that emphasized conformity to their religious norms, viewing disagreement as a threat to the community’s moral fabric. Notable figures, such as Anne Hutchinson and Roger Williams, faced severe repercussions for their differing beliefs, reflecting the Puritans' intolerance for divergent views within their society. This approach reinforced their desire for a unified, devout community, often at the expense of individual freedoms.