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Thomas Ricks on the Greatest War in American History

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The Dark Legacy of Slavery and Democracy

This chapter explores the tensions between slavery and democracy during the Civil War, highlighting the Constitution's limitations in promoting a multiracial democracy. It further connects historical conflicts to present-day political dynamics, revealing a lingering violence in America's political landscape.

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