In this episode of America’s Founding Series on The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano brings to life Roger Sherman, the only Founding Father to sign all four of America’s key founding documents. As the quiet architect of America’s Constitution, Sherman helped shape the nation through his authorship of the Great Compromise, his defense of religious liberty, and his opposition to unchecked government power. Although often overlooked in popular history, Sherman’s influence is woven into the foundation of the American republic. This episode uncovers his critical role in uniting the colonies and defining the values that still guide the republic.

Episode Highlights:

• Learn why Roger Sherman was the only person to sign the Continental Association, the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the Constitution.
• Explore how Sherman’s Great Compromise became the foundation for the structure of Congress and preserved the balance between large and small states.
• Discover how his work protected religious liberty and challenged slavery, reflecting his moral vision for a just and free nation.

 

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Timestamps

• 00:50 Introduction to Roger Sherman
• 01:28 The Early Life of Roger Sherman
• 03:06 Sherman's Role in Independence
• 05:40 Advocacy for Liberty and Moral Courage
• 07:40 The Collapse of the Articles of Confederation
• 08:01 The Philadelphia Convention and Compromise
• 14:16 Sherman's Legacy and Impact

 

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