"That there are men in all countries who get their living by war, and by keeping up the quarrels of Nations, is as shocking as it is true; but when those who are concerned in the government of a country make it their study to sow discord, and cultivate prejudices among Nations, it becomes the more unpardonable."
Alright, there is some confusion as to when Common Sense was published, some say January 10, some March 10, some other dates included February. Well that is because there were additions and partly because it didn't occur to anyone back then this little piece of America would be so damn important to what we are as Americans. How ya like that quote at the top there? Just one of many in that book that kick ass. So go home tonight and crack open a cold one and celebrate what Thomas Paine gave us: life, liberty, and the pursuit of beer. Here is a link to an online copy.
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