Common Sense

As I live in a British colony of North America on the eve of the revolution I find myself searching for answers. Should we revolt against British rule and achieve complete independence. Or should the colonies continue to be governed by England. Colonial life is not easy; will change in government make things easier or create more heartache? Today I received the pamphlet that everyone was talking about, Thomas Paine’s Common Sense. I was so captivated by his ideas; I finished the reading in one sitting. He addresses all the questioned I had that no other could answer. Paine explained why independence was important, gave ideas on how to obtain it, and once independence has been secured how to govern it.
In Common Sense, Thomas Paine argues for American independence. The pamphlet persuaded many that were uncertain of the purpose of the war and played a profound role in swaying the opinion of many American’s. Paine’s idea’s and theories were crucial in turning Ameri...