Analysis of The Crisis Number One

what does Paine mean when he refers to "the summer soldier" nd "the sunshine patriot?"

The Crisis Number I by Thomas Paine

Asked by inuyasha2 on 19 Oct 22:31

Last updated by anonymous on 17 Nov 23:52

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Answered by Kalibro on 17 Nov 23:52

This refers to the man who is willing to offer himself up to his country when it is easy to do so. He is willing to pledge his support as long as it requires no great sacrifice on his part.