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This episode explores the conflict between a merchant and patriots regarding a non-importation agreement, highlighting John Mein's skepticism and the involvement of James Otis Jr.

On today's episode of Founded we're finding out what happens when a merchant stands up to the patriots in regards to their new non-importation agreement. John Mein had opinions he wasn't afraid to share and those opinions bring skepticism to the cause. The drama in the newspapers comes off the page with one of the patriot leaders, lightning boy James Otis Jr. Click Here for Sources ⁠⁠Click Here for Merch⁠⁠ We want to hear from you!  What did you find interesting? What do you want to find out next? Email us: ⁠foundedhistory@gmail.com⁠ Founded is a part of the Airwave Media network. Please contact ⁠⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠⁠ if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Tori Phantom

Topics covered

• American history
• patriotism
• non-importation agreement
• newspapers
• merchant resistance

Keywords

• John Mein
• James Otis Jr.
• non-importation agreement
• patriots
• American Revolution

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Organizations: Airwave Media

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