It was the least atonement that you could possibly make to America, and the greatest kindness you could do to yourselves; for you will save millions by a general peace, and you will lose as many by continuing the war.
Paine argues that peace with America would be beneficial for Great Britain, both as an act of atonement and a financial advantage.
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