Thomas Jefferson (Part 2)
Jul 04, 2025•56 min•Ep. 116
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Episode description
Jefferson rebounds from his disastrous and governorship and personal loss to create a political legacy that would define a nation.
00:00 Introduction and Recap
02:30 Jefferson's Role as Ambassador to France
08:00 Jefferson's Return and Political Feuds
15:50 The Formation of Political Parties
23:55 Jefferson's Vice Presidency and Media Strategy
27:45 Jefferson's Election and Hamilton's Influence
30:00 The Evolution of the Democratic-Republican Party
32:30 Jefferson's Inauguration and Early Presidency
38:00 The Louisiana Purchase
42:00 Jefferson's Second Term Troubles
47:15 Post-Presidency and Founding the University of Virginia
50:00 Jefferson's Final Days
52:25 Legacy and Lessons from Jefferson's Life
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