686. Jefferson: The Betrayal of Liberty (Part 4)
This episode explores the life, legacy, and contradictions of Thomas Jefferson, the author of the Declaration of Independence and third U.S. president, examining his intellectual brilliance, political acumen, and enduring vision for American expansion, while confronting the profound moral
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