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The Virtues Behind the American Constitution with Jeffrey Rosen

Here's Where It Gets Interesting

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Virtue, Education, and the Founders' Legacy

This chapter explores the moral philosophy of the American founders, emphasizing the connection between virtue and happiness, and the role of education in personal growth and social justice. It highlights historical figures like Frederick Douglass and John Quincy Adams to illustrate the transformative power of self-education and industry. Ultimately, the discussion reflects on how these principles resonate in today's challenges to democracy and the importance of civic virtue.

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