By an independence we clear the whole at once--put an end to the business of unanswered petitions and fruitless remonstrances--exchange Britain for Europe--shake hands with the world--live at peace with the world--and trade to any market where we can buy and sell.
From "The American Crisis," Paine outlines the numerous advantages and opportunities that independence would bring to the American colonies.
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