Annette Gordon-Reed Quotes

It's always easier to spot others' hypocrisies while missing our own.

I find it more than a little disingenuous to act as if keeping slaves was something that set Thomas Jefferson apart from all mankind.

Contrary to popular belief, there are lots of actions on the part of Jefferson and Hemings that "speak" about the basic nature of their relationship.

I do believe that actions often speak louder than words.