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Why do you think Jefferson wanted to end undeserved privilege even though he himself was born into it?
Thomas Jefferson believed in the principles of equality and individual rights, which were central to the Enlightenment ideals he championed. Despite his own background of privilege, he recognized that a society based on hereditary aristocracy stifled meritocracy and innovation. Jefferson aspired to create a more egalitarian system where opportunities were based on talent and hard work rather than birthright, reflecting his commitment to the democratic ideals of the American Revolution. Thus, his advocacy for ending undeserved privilege stemmed from a desire to align societal structures with these foundational principles.
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Was Sally Hemmings George Jefferson's Mulatto daughter?
No. George Jefferson didn't have a daughter. He had a mulatto (or, as George referred to her, a "zebra") daughter-in-law, Jenny (Willis) Jefferson, the wife of his son Lionel. Sally Hemmings is associated with Thomas Jefferson, but not as a daughter. She was a slave owned by him, and DNA tests have shown that at least one of Sally Hemmings' children was fathered by a male in Jefferson's family, though not necessarily Thomas Jefferson himself.
What did Thomas Jefferson's mom think about him?
she though thomas was very sweet
Is Thomas Jefferson wife famous?
Thomas Jefferson became president in 1801. His wife, Martha Jefferson died in 1782. She is considered first lady even though she never served.
Was Jefferson Madison a Christian?
I'm not sure who "Jefferson Madison" is supposed to be. If you mean "Thomas Jefferson" and "James Madison", then neither one of them was "Christian" in the traditional sense. Jefferson did attend church services as President, and claimed to be a Christian, though he also explicitly rejected the concept of the Trinity and apparently considered Christ Himself a great teacher, but not the literal Son of God. Madison was educated by Presbyterian clergy, but showed very little outward sign of any interest in religion as an adult.
Friedrich Engels though from a well-to-do family established himself as a?
Friedrich Engels though from a well-to-do family established himself as a diplomat.
Friedrich Engels though from a well-to-do family established himself as a .?
Friedrich Engels though from a well-to-do family established himself as a diplomat.
What were Jefferson's beliefs about African Americans?
He was against it even though he himself owned slaves.
Jefferson completed the Louisiana purchase even though what?
He was unsure that the Constitution allowed the deal.
Did George Washington help write the constituton?
No. Jefferson and Franklin were very involved in it, though.
What did Jefferson have to do with the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson was the one who wrote the declaration of indenpendance. But he was on a committee of five men and with their revising they made a total of 80 changes. Mostly though its all Thomas Jefferson, just with a little changes.
What did Thomas Jefferson believe would make US successful?
Thomas Jefferson felt that if the U.S was more democratic it would be more succesful. Though this never happened - _ -
When did Thomas Jefferson get a job as a layer?
he thought it was an interesting past time though he was not a lawyer long
