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In our nation’s capital, there’s no substantial recognition of the man who named the United States of America. There’s nothing to remember the man who convinced colonists to claim and fight for their independence. His quill galvanized “We the People.” His words inspired us during “the times that try men’s souls,” and stoked the inner fires that kept the Continental Army warm as they crossed the Delaware River in December of 1776.

Thomas Paine donated all the profits from his popular Revolutionary War writings to the fight for independence, while he served as the first de facto Secretary of State. This description is just a small sample of Thomas Paine’s immeasurable contributions to the formation of the United States of America.

Thomas Paine was a thinker ahead of his time. He was great writer, veteran, abolitionist, bridge builder, civil rights advocate, and democracy seeking patriot. To this day, there is no memorial of Thomas Paine in Washington, D.C. There is only one public portrait of Paine, in the National Portrait Gallery.

The Thomas Paine Memorial Association (TPMA) seeks to create a monument in Washington, D. C. to honor and memorialize Thomas Paine's life and legacy.

Please join this group, attend our events, spread the word about the monument effort, and help us educate the public about Thomas Paine's legacy.

Please also donate to the cause to be part of a history making endeavor. The formation of the United States of America is not complete without the story of Thomas Paine's contributions.