Thomas Paine
Thomas Paine was an influential political activist, philosopher, and writer during the American Revolution, best known for his pamphlet 'Common Sense,' which argued for independence from British rule and promoted the ideas of freedom and democracy. His passionate rhetoric and ability to convey complex ideas in an accessible manner galvanized public opinion and inspired revolutionary fervor among the colonists. Paine's writings emphasized the importance of reason and individual rights, and he became a key figure in the fight for liberty, shaping the ideological foundations of the United States.
Born on Jan 29, 1737 (288 years old)
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Thomas Paine proposed a fund to guarantee a basic income to all citizens, financed by a land tax.
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Thomas Paine called monarchy the most prosperous invention the Devil ever set on foot.
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Paine applied rules to the common sense of freedom and liberty with such incendiary rhetoric and such a forceful call to action.
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