Thomas Paine on Sovereignty, The Rights of Man, 1791

In this quote from Thomas Paine's The Rights of Man, part 1, published in 1791, Paine argues that sovereignty does not reside in a hereditary monarch but with the nation and its people.

[@patrickcosgrove2623]

Well said ! Mr Paine. Love the animation.

[@NWNativeTracker]

Defer back to the bottom of our constitution. Last line states; "shall not be amended or apended." Why do you think John hankock signed twice? Not a mistake, that signature was done on purpose. Do you know why?

[@feudinggreeks3316]

Just let it be known that Thomas Paine wasn't and isn't a Founding Father.

[@Bsknten]

He 100% was and not only was he a founding father, Paine is also one of the most important.