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noun • American Revolutionary leader and signer of the Declaration of Independence (1731-1814) • American Revolutionary leader and pamphleteer (born in England) who supported the American colonist's fight for independence and supported the French Revolution (1737-1809) | ||||
| 35% | 6 | Categories include Best Picture, Best Actor, and Best Actress | ||
noun • an annual award by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for achievements in motion picture production and performance | ||||
| 31% | 8 | A necessary evil to maintain government operations | ||
noun • charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government • government income due to taxation • the imposition of taxes; the practice of the government in levying taxes on the subjects of a state | ||||
Patriot Who Said Government Even In Its Best State Is But A Necessary Evil
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PAINE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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