In honor of Thomas Paine’s 283rd birthday today, I am proud to announce a new collection I have put together to showcase some of my favorite artistic creations that highlight the founding father. This meme collection is free for you to spread around!
Founding Fathers articles on Democracy Chronicles
The Founding Fathers were political leaders and statesmen who participated in the American Revolution by signing the Declaration of Independence and establishing the Constitution. Also see our articles on revolutionary Thomas Paine.
Thoughts on the Evolution of Democracy
Democracy will not succeed until we recognize that there are many among us with the ability and the integrity to improve our lives. We must devise a way to seek them out and raise them to public office.
The History and Importance of Congress’ Power to Investigate
House Democrats have promised to hold investigations on a range of topics, including the activities of President Donald Trump and his staff.
Miranda Reprises Hamilton Role in Puerto Rico to Raise Funds for Arts
Lin-Manuel Miranda reprises “Hamilton” role in Puerto Rico expected to raise funds for artists and cultural groups struggling in the wake of Hurricane Maria
Florida Veterans for Common Sense Set 2019 Tom Paine Birthday Event
Florida Veterans for Common Sense will honor American Patriot Thomas Paine at our annual Paine birthday celebration dinner and award winner Desmond Meade.
California’s Thomas Paine Society Preps its 2019 Paine Birthday Party
History will be kind to me, for I intend to write it myself,” then penned the four-volume A History of the English-Speaking Peoples.
How Religion Wrecks Democracy and Our Justice System
Religion is the foundation of our legal, political and electoral system still. Would you choose to download software built with 2,000 year-old logic onto your computer or fly on a plane built according to first century aeronautics?
Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death?
The revolutionary Patrick Henry who voiced this opinion in 1775 was the biggest slaveholder in the New World. He wanted freedom and liberty for himself but not for the slaves who made him his fortune.
Business Group Gives Funds to Reopen Liberty Bell for 3 Days
Tourists in Philadelphia for the holidays will be able to see the Liberty Bell this weekend despite a partial federal government shutdown.
Thoughts on Candidate Selection
The most fundamental reason that voters cannot elect officials who will represent them is that political parties dictate the voter’s options. George Washington warned us of the danger of factions in his Farewell Address.