Common Sense

Key Insight 1: Government is a Necessary Evil, Society a Blessing

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Key Insight 2: Simplicity is Key to Effective Government

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Key Insight 3: Monarchy is Unnatural and Unbiblical

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Key Insight 4: Hereditary Succession is Absurd and Unjust

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Key Insight 5: America's Connection with Britain is Harmful

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Key Insight 6: Independence is America's Natural Right

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Key Insight 7: America is Capable of Self-Governance

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Key Insight 8: A Continental Charter is Essential for Unity

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Key Insight 9: Reconciliation is a Dangerous and Unrealistic Path

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Key Insight 10: The Time for Independence is Now

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Key Insight 11: What's "Common Sense" by Thomas Paine about?

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Key Insight 12: Why should I read "Common Sense" by Thomas Paine?

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