Lindsey Graham
👤 SpeakerAppearances Over Time
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You plant a kiss on your daughter's head as you walk to the entrance, wondering who could be calling at this hour.
As you open the door, you're startled by the sight of two dozen men standing in your front yard.
Yes?
Can I help you?
At the front of the crowd stands a middle-aged man wearing a powdered wig.
He examines you closely, his brow furrowed with suspicion.
Hello, sir.
My name is Mr. Archibald McLean, chairman of the Wilmington Committee of Safety and Inspection.
Could you please confirm that you are head of the household for this address?
I am, but why do you ask?
One of your neighbors intercepted a letter from you.
I'm sorry, I don't understand.
One of my neighbors opened my mail?
Yes, a letter expressing concern about the boycott on British goods.
Well, so what if I did?
It is concerning.
What business of that is yours?
We have a duty to ensure the entire community is aligned against Parliament.
Do you wish to recant your statement and issue an apology?
An apology?