#1564 The New Look of the Jefferson Hour: Listening to America
Listening to America
The Evolving Perception of Mr. Jefferson and the Controversies of His Legacy
This chapter explores the changing perception of Thomas Jefferson, from revered founding father to the acknowledgment of his flaws and contradictions, sparking calls for cancellation and removal of his memorials. The hosts express discomfort with Jefferson's racism while also believing in a more balanced understanding of his legacy.
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