The Rhode Island Governor writes a pamphlet arguing that the Stamp Act will enslave the colonies and shouldn't be legal because the colonists aren't represented in Parliament. Swallow responds by claiming that Parliament has every right to tax the colonies because members of Parliament represent the interests of everyone in the empire, whether they are represented directly or indirectly.
Swallow writes to Benjamin Franklin, who has influence in England, and asks for help in acquiring a position as stamp tax distributor. He is successful.
Then, he hears that Bostonians have rioted against their stamp distributor, and that Newporters might follow suit. With his personal safety now in jeopardy, should he step down from the post or stand his ground?
Swallow writes to Benjamin Franklin, who has influence in England, and asks for help in acquiring a position as stamp tax distributor. He is successful.
Then, he hears that Bostonians have rioted against their stamp distributor, and that Newporters might follow suit. With his personal safety now in jeopardy, should he step down from the post or stand his ground?