Early on in the American Revolution, on Jan. 9, 1776, Common Sense by Thomas Paine was published. Paine started writing Common Sense under the title “Plain Truth” but Benjamin Rush, who helped edit and publish the pamphlet, suggested changing the title. Common Sense explained the need for immediate independence from the British Empire. The pamphlet … Continue reading Today In labor history: “Common Sense” by Thomas Paine is published