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Thomas Jefferson and the Founding of America: History Week on the Megyn Kelly Show | Ep. 459

The Megyn Kelly Show

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Jefferson, Slavery, and the Louisiana Purchase

This chapter explores Thomas Jefferson's strategic decision to sell Louisiana to America amid financial and military pressures. It delves into Jefferson's unique approach to leadership, his complex legacy regarding slavery, and his relationship with Sally Hemings, raising questions about consent and race. The discussion further examines the moral implications of Jefferson's choices and the ongoing impact of slavery on American society.

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