On the recordJanuary 1, 1776
THOSE who expect to reap the blessings of freedom, must, like men, undergo the fatigues of supporting it.
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Thomas Paine
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gutenberg.orgThomas Paine: “THOSE who expect to reap the blessings of freedom, must, like men, undergo the fatigues of supporting it.”
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From "The American Crisis," Paine emphasizes that freedom requires active effort and sacrifice from those who wish to enjoy its benefits.
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