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Part Four: Thomas Jefferson: King of Hypocrites

Behind the Bastards

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Thomas Jefferson's Monticello Estate and Use of Slavery

The chapter explores Thomas Jefferson's estate, Monticello, and his utilization of slavery to power modern amenities and operations on the property. It delves into Jefferson's contradictory nature of advocating for liberty while owning slaves and discusses his complex farming ventures, including the profitable nail factory that exploited child labor for financial gain.

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