March 15, 2025

March 15th holds a pivotal place in U.S. history, marking Maine's admission to the Union in 1820. This event escalated the tensions between free and slave states, altering the power dynamics in the nation. The podcast unpacks the Missouri Compromise's significance and how Maine’s role in the abolitionist movement shaped political change. It offers insights into the influential figures from Maine who championed the cause of freedom, setting the stage for the tumultuous years leading up to the Civil War.