I'm still not sure about what my argument is as a loyalist, since I would naturally take the patriot side. So, for now, brainstorming is a good thing to do. Trying to put myself in the mindset of a loyalist, by looking at what the patriots believe, and then thinking like a loyalist.
The Patriots didn't like the King because...he was too controlling, NO FREEDOM.
Loyalist thoughts -- We'll have too much freedom if we break off ties with Britain! Our nation will fall apart! The King provides a safety net for us!
Also, from reading documents, I know that the King gave the colonies loans for different purposes, so another loyalist argument could be how the King has provided for them in times of need.
Okay, so what possible points do I have so far?
I. Generous King
II. King as a Safety Net
III. Too much freedom = disorder in the colonies.
Those seem like pretty legit points!
A loyalist could argue that they were used to a monarchical ruling, and won't know how to handle themselves using new forms of government.
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