Eli Merritt
Political historian and professor at Vanderbilt University, author of Disunion Among Ourselves: The Perilous Politics of the American Revolution, guest to discuss his book and arguments about the founding-era politics.
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Dec 19, 2023 • 1h 2min
Loyalists vs. Patriots and the American Revolution
Joyce Lee Malcolm and Eli Merritt discuss the origins of loyalists and patriots during the American Revolution, the fear of disunity and civil war, the road to independence, the complexity of slavery and the fear of demagogues, and the importance of civil and thoughtful conversations.
Aug 4, 2023 • 39min
United by Necessity: How the American Revolution Averted Civil War
Join political historian Eli Merritt, a professor at Vanderbilt University and author of "Disunion Among Ourselves," as he explores the existential fear that once united the Thirteen Colonies. Merritt argues that this survival instinct, rather than solely British tyranny, drove colonial unity to avert civil war. He delves into regional divisions, the complex dynamics around the July 1776 votes, and the overlooked implications for slavery and Native nations. His insights challenge our understanding of foundational politics and resonate with contemporary political fears.
