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Podcast: Calling History: Listen In on Conversations with History’s Most Influential People.
Episode: Thomas Jefferson Part 2: “If John Adams Could Decide Not to Own Slaves, Why Couldn’t You?”
Description: In Part 2 of the 1823 conversation with Thomas Jefferson, he is going to answer some difficult questions about Sally Hemings and the Indian problem created by the Louisiana Purchase,
He’ll also talk about his contentious relationship with his former Vice president, Aaron Burr.
And lastly, he’ll talk about the logic of owning slaves even though he was firmly against the institution.
Jefferson is almost always rated in the top ten of presidents. Yet, his legacy is one of massive accomplishments that are tainted with nearly unspeakable controversy. As you listen, you’ll be able...