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In 1765 he was elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives, eventually he became speaker of the House and President of the Massachusetts Provincial Congress.
He also served as paymaster to George Washington's army, for a time, during the American Revolutionary War.
The Warrens became increasingly involved in the conflict between the American colonies and the British Government.
Their home became a focal point of local politics where they hosted protest and strategy meetings for the Sons of Liberty, among whom was their friend, John Adams.
Mercy accordingly became a strong political voice with views on liberty, democracy and independence for the American colonies.
She wrote, " every domestic enjoyment depends on the impaired possession of civil and religious liberty.
" Mercy's husband James encouraged her to write, fondly referring to her as the " scribbler " and she became his chief correspondent and sounding board.
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