A deep dive into our nation's founding document: the history of the Declaration, common myths & misconceptions, the intellectual influences that shaped it, and its status as a symbol of American values.

Books & sources:

American Scripture: Making The Declaration of Independence by Pauline Maier

Inventing America: Jefferson's Declaration of Independence by Garry Wills

John Quincy Adams 1821 address

The Soul of America: The Battle for Our Better Angels by Jon Meacham

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