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Nora Slonimsky
Director of the Institute for Thomas Paine Studies and an associate professor of history, specializing in 18th-century legal, communication, and book history and author of a forthcoming book on copyright in early America.
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Jan 13, 2026
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431 Common Sense at 250: The Pamphlet That Sparked a Revolution
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Nora Slonimsky, Director of the Institute for Thomas Paine Studies, discusses the revolutionary impact of Thomas Paine's pamphlet, Common Sense, on the mindset of 1776. She delves into Paine's early life, his transformative journey to Philadelphia, and how he crafted the pamphlet to resonate with a wide audience. Topics include the implications of Paine's anti-monarchist views and communication strategies that mobilized the masses. Slonimsky also reflects on the legacy of Common Sense, emphasizing its relevance in today's civic discourse.
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