Behind the Bastards Part One: Thomas Jefferson: King of Hypocrites
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Jun 4, 2024 Guest Jason Petty discusses Thomas Jefferson's contradictory roles as a proponent of liberty and a slave owner. The podcast explores Jefferson's early life, political career, family dynamics, and views on slavery, shedding light on his complex legacy.
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Ho Chi Minh's Paradox
- Ho Chi Minh quoted the Declaration of Independence in 1945, highlighting "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."
- He questioned why these ideals weren't applied to Vietnamese independence from French and, later, American control.
Inherited Wealth and Hypocrisy
- Thomas Jefferson inherited wealth and slaves, unlike his father who built his own fortune.
- This inheritance influenced his views on freedom and contributed to his hypocrisy regarding slavery.
Early Life and Relationships
- Jefferson's earliest memory is being carried by an enslaved person to a new plantation at age three.
- He had a strained relationship with his mother and adored his father.