tbone
Jefferson owned many slaves during his life but was nevertheless an outspoken proponent of abolition.
Thomas Jefferson
Jefferson and slavery
Posts 1 - 4 of 4
replied to: tbone
JordPwn
Replied to: Jefferson owned many slaves during his life but was nevertheless an...
He supported Free States and their advocates, like James Lemen.
replied to: JordPwn
skjames
Replied to: He supported Free States and their advocates, like James Lemen.
However, in many works, Jefferson seems to suggest that he shares the worldview of his era, that blacks were inferior, untrustworthy, and childlike.
replied to: skjames
bonnieginter
Replied to: However, in many works, Jefferson seems to suggest that he shares...
It's been rumored that Jefferson had an affair with a black mistress, Sally Hemmings.