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1/10/2020

Jefferson's Other Legacy: Religious Liberty

by Cameron Addis

Thomas Jefferson's critics have pointed out his ownership of slaves as reason to question his continued relevance as a symbol of freedom. But his commitment to religious liberty helped to prevent violent sectarian conflict and should be honored.