common sense and related writings
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Thomas Paine's 'Common Sense' and his other influential related writings played a pivotal role in galvanizing support for American independence. These seminal works articulated clear, compelling arguments for liberty and republicanism, profoundly shaping political thought and inspiring revolutionary fervor during the 18th century.