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“Independence is my happiness, and I view things as they are, without regard to place or person; my country is the world, and my religion is to do good.”

Quote by Thomas Paine

Book:Rights of Man
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Rights of Man

Written by Thomas Paine, this influential work delves into the concepts of natural rights, social contracts, and the role of government, offering a critique of the British monarchy and a call for democratic reforms. more

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Thomas Paine
Thomas Paine

Thomas Paine, born on February 9, 1737, and died on June 8, 1809, was a prominent American writer, political figure, and philosopher during the American Revolutionary War. He is renowned for his radical democratic ideas and his contributions to the American independence movement. more

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