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Jeffersonian

Coverage of Jeffersonian in the Nexus archive.

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  • POLITICSJun 30 · 04:02 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    A Jefferson for every era, from Lincoln to Trump, and the contradictions that endure

    The article explores Thomas Jefferson's evolving legacy as interpreted through different eras, highlighting contradictions in his advocacy for liberty and slavery. Historians note his influence on political ideologies from FDR to modern debates, while institutions like Monticello and the University of Virginia confront his complex legacy through exhibits on slavery and freedom.