John Adams' place in the firmament of founding fathers hasn't always been as hallowed as Washington's, Jefferson's, and Franklin's. Although the Bay Stater served successfully as Ambassador, Vice President, and President, his role as a federalist and an early architect of American foreign policy has largely been forgotten. Historian David McCollough wants you to remember. Also on the show, Leon Wynter on why American culture is black culture, and why America may be set to go post-racial. Word.
The Adams Family
David McCullough Author of John Adams (Simon & Schuster, 2001)
The Adams Family
David McCullough Author of John Adams (Simon & Schuster, 2001)
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