Sandra Day O'Connor Institute for American Democracy
This is the official podcast of the Sandra Day O'Connor Institute for American Democracy. Our mission is to continue the distinguished legacy and lifetime work of Justice Sandra Day O'Connor to advance American democracy through multigenerational civics education, civil discourse and civic engagement.
Sandra Day O'Connor Institute for American Democracy
Paradox of Liberty: Slavery at Jefferson’s Monticello
December 6 marks the anniversary of the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery in America in 1865. In this podcast, we look at the paradox of enslavement and our forefathers' emphasis on liberty and equality. In this unique conversation, hear from a descendant of Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings, who is now the Monticello Public Relations and Community Engagement Officer, speaking on "The Paradox of Liberty.
Would you like to watch the conversation with the presentation? You can find it here: https://oconnorinstitute.org/constitution-series-august2020-monticello/
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