Which of these statements espouses the values of Thomas Paine?

A) The people of a nation are best served by a system of government that balances monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy.
B) As individuals pursue their self-interest, they will improve not only themselves but the entire republic as well.
C) A republic should be governed by men who have risen to positions of power because of talent and ability.
D) The upper classes cannot speak for the ordinary people in society; therefore, the ordinary people should be allowed to participate in the political process.

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Zybrea Knight · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Thomas Paine believed in the power of the ordinary people, and that the upper classes should not have exclusive control over the government. Therefore, the statement The upper classes cannot speak for the ordinary people in society; therefore, the ordinary people should be allowed to participate in the political process espouses the values of Thomas Paine.

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