Rights Of Man By Thomas Paine Analysis

Thomas Paine, a revolutionary and intellectual writer, in his book Rights of Man, asserts that while America should render dysfunctional due to diversity, it rather functions in cordial unision. While there were streaks and evidence of discord, Thomas Paine was accurate in asserting that America finds its unity in diversity. In early America, the age of immigrants, the foundation of our identity was being created. Some did not take kindly to this new diversity. Nativist organizations sprung up in opposition to the incoming waves of immigrants. This was partially due to concerns over economic issues and jobs, but it also heavily concerned the unity and identity of America. The Nativists, those who were among the original “Americans,” were weary of the impact of these
He recognized its presence in his time, and retained the insight to know that it would one day be the foundation of this great nation. For it is in their diversity that they found common ground. On the surface level, the immigrants, nativists, and everyday Americans faced language and cultural barriers; however, the fact that they all faced this challenge together was a unifying factor. They were not alone in their struggles and difficulties. Uncertainty and the fear of change aside, the influences they brought to the great melting pot produced a nation in which all were welcome and diversity came to be celebrated. Flash forward to the present, in which we have national holidays such as Black History Month, China towns, an assortment of food from all over the world, and festivals in celebration of anything from Mexican holidays to Hanukkah. The true American identity is found in this rich, diverse culture. Hand in hand, Americans of all different sizes, shapes, colors and races stand unified as one nation, through their diversity, to represent the accepting and cordial country you see before