"Common Sense" by Thomas Paine is a pamphlet published in 1776 that argues for American independence from British rule. Paine highlights the injustices and abuses of power committed by the British government and monarchy, and advocates for a new system of government based on democratic principles. He argues that it is common sense for the American colonists to break free from British rule and establish their own independent nation. The pamphlet was widely circulated and played a significant role in shaping public opinion in favor of independence.
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"Common Sense" by Thomas Paine is a pamphlet from 1776 that says America should be independent from Britain because of all the bad things the British government did. Paine wants the colonists to have their own government based on democracy. He says it makes sense for Americans to break away from Britain and make their own country. A lot of people read the pamphlet and it helped convince them that independence was a good idea.
