Before It Became History | Thomas Paine : The Writer Who Turned Protest into Independence

In 1776, Thomas Paine’s Common Sense transformed frustration into a call for independence, inspiring ordinary colonists to support revolution. Discover the pamphlet that helped change the course of American history.Before It Became History, a podcast series from the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute, explores the people and moments that shaped the American story. Each episode looks beyond the legend to examine the decisions, conflicts, and ideas that tested the promise of liberty and helped define our democracy.This is history before it hardened into memory — and a conversation about what it means for us now.You can find us at: https://oconnorinstitute.org/Follow us on:TwitterFacebookInstagramYouTube