Aristotle argued that some people, such as those with mental impairments, were inferior to those with greater mental faculties. He believed this was part of the natural order. Enslaved persons, as ...

The presidency is no stranger to scandal, dating back to when Thomas Jefferson dealt with allegations of a long-standing sexual relationship with one of his slaves, Sally Hemings.

The governor must have a complete and honest DOGE audit of his executive branch, followed by one of the legislative branch.

This is part 2 of a two-part series. By Donald R. Serfass [email protected] imon Jefferson had a remarkable story to tell ...

A growing body of evidence suggests she might have survived into old age — which would entirely change the story of America’s ...

The Fayette County Genealogical Society held its annual Cemetery Walk on June 16 at Bloomingburg Cemetery, with local ...

If you know the name Angelica Schuyler, you just might be a fan of “Hamilton,” where she stole the show by belting out ...

Born in Charles City County, Virginia, Hemings was enslaved by Thomas Jefferson. He later became Jefferson's personal chef and would go on to display culinary brilliance.

Born in Charles City County, Virginia, Hemings was enslaved by Thomas Jefferson. He later became Jefferson's personal chef and would go on to display culinary brilliance.

Thomas Jefferson's portrait by Rembrandt Peale and a 2018 photo of the "Life of Sally Hemings" exhibit at Monticello in Charlottesville, Va. Photo: Eze Amos/For The Washington Post via Getty Image ...

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