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American History

appalachiablue

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2. Paine was brilliant, esp his writings. A man ahead of the times. His

Reply to 3Hotdogs (Reply #1)

Fri Jan 24, 2025, 12:32 AM

Jan 24

unconventional, revolutionary views antagonized the Brit establishment and some French. Even so Paine contributed to America's struggle for human rights and democracy. Thanks for posting.

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As I recall he was almost executed in France for criticizing the gub'mint. 3Hotdogs Jan 23 #1

Paine was brilliant, esp his writings. A man ahead of the times. His appalachiablue Jan 24 #2