June 06, 2005. Michael Krasny talks to writer Christopher Hitchens about his book "Thomas Jefferson: Author of America." For more videos, updates and info on Christopher Hitchens, please visit www.dailyhitche...
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@QuasiRandomViewer14 жыл бұрын
When CH mentions TJ in passing, it is usually in praise with respect to the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom. When he discussed TJ more in depth, he always describes a more realistic character with numerous contradictions. Somehow, the tone of this discussion seems different. There seems to be less praise and more mention of TJ's less desirable traits. I greatly enjoyed listening to this, but it was not quite what I expected.
@BigCasinoable14 жыл бұрын
@QuasiRandomViewer excellent point. Usually, the general approach to TJ is based on one of two extremes. Either he is the slave owning hypocrite or the untouchable Founding Father. This gentlemen begins with information and not an agenda.
@downtownford212 жыл бұрын
interesting how Hitchens said America during the Revolution was like 5th century Athens, all these extraordinary minds in one place... never thought about that
@QuasiRandomViewer14 жыл бұрын
Perhaps this was driven by questions from a host who is more knowledgeable than most.