American Crisis

Thomas Paine is considered one of the world's greatest political propagandists. In this peice of his writing, he talks a lot about how people should have faith in the powers of God. He expresses his anger with the British government and the tyranny they have placed over thier own people and the colonists who currently live in America. "Britain has declared that she has the right (to not only tax) but 'to bind us in all clases whatsoever,' and if being bound in that manner, is not slavery, then is there no such a thing as slavery upon earth. Even the expression is impious, for so unlimited a power can belong only to God..." (p.51). Paine procedes on explaining how he has faith in God and that he "will not give up a people in military destruction or leave them behind to unsuportedly perish," (p.52). I do commend Paine for his optimism on the whole situation. "I thank God that I fear not. I see no real cause for fear," (p.52). I think it is really important for people to have a possitive outlook on situations and on life in general. In my eyes, this leads to a happier life style and more successes than defeats.