Benjamin Franklin's Alter Egos Gave Him the Most Freedom
Silence Dogood. Richard Saunders. Benevolus. Sidi Mehemet Ibrahim. All were pen names that allowed Franklin to say things he couldn’t have otherwise said
Summary
Benjamin Franklin used various pen names to express controversial ideas and opinions that he couldn’t share openly. This article highlights how these alter egos provided him with the freedom to challenge societal norms and engage in public discourse.
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