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gilahank37 karma

How should we approach slave owners' accomplishments and character? It seems that most elite institutions focus so much on the fact that Jefferson was a slave owner who fathered children with Hemings, that they almost entirely discount Jefferson's accomplishments and character. Can someone be a credible advocate for freedom, equality and justice, while at the same time being a slave owner?

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During the Obama administration, we in the U.S. witnessed significant portions of the free media self-sensor. Journalists were afraid to criticize President Obama for fear of being called a racist, being ostracized in their social circles or perhaps even losing their jobs. How can we as society ensure that journalists are free to criticize and ask pointed questions at politicians from non-traditional backgrounds (such as racial minorities, women, or non-cis politicians) without fear of be ostracized as bigots?