Dear fellow bloggers,
Thomas Paine has interesting viewpoints pertaining to what the American people should during the Civil War. He beleives that America's only chance at Independence is by working together. In one section of his writing he says "I call not upon a few, but upon all: not on this state or that state, but on every state; up and help us" (52). America is only powerful as a whole, if certain colonies decide not to go all in then America won't have a chance to become independent. I agree with Paine's main points, but when he says "I see no real cause for fear" (53), I have to disagree. Having a great world power against your country causes fear, it is dangerous but I know that he is only saying it to rally groups of people to come together. His message is to act now and be confident because " by cowardice and submission, the sad choice of a...ravaged country..." (54). By saying the word "choice" really makes it seem like I have an option and choosing the wrong one could result in tragic changes. Paine's writing says its every man's duty to fight, and everyone can "rejoice alike" (52) which is hard for me to agree with. One reason is because the African Americans will not rejoice if they fight a war that they don't beleive in. Overall this was a persuasive article (similar to his first one pg 45-50 AM) with much leadership, and helps to change my viewpoints on the war.
Thanks for reading!
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