
With Greg Thomas: Jefferson at 250: The Man Behind the Declaration
Thomas Jefferson was more than the principal author of the Declaration of Independence. He was an inventor, architect, political philosopher, educator, and America's third president. His ideas helped define the nation's understanding of liberty, government, and individual rights.
In this episode, Greg Thomas and Victor Kubik examine Jefferson's extraordinary life—from his upbringing in colonial Virginia to his lasting impact on American democracy.
In this episode:
Jefferson's early years and education in Virginia
His inventive personality and lifelong intellectual curiosity
Why Jefferson…
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