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In “common sense” what does Thomas Paine say in response to the argument that the colonies will continue to flourish under British rule

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Thomas Paine didn’t agree with the fact that Great Britain has always benefited the colonies and will ever benefit them in the future. Author’s views on this can be summarized from his lines that "Nothing can be more fallacious than this..." he is against the fact that Great Britain should be believed as a benefited in the future too. He opposes the fact that it will provide security and protection to the colonized countries. Paine was of the opinion that independence and freedom is a must for the well being of America and for its people. He wanted to abolish British rule and wanted support from his people.


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