Thomas Jefferson

History Ignored: The Northwest Ordinance of 1787

by Michael Boldin | Jul 12, 2024 | Articles of Confederation, Audio/Video, Path to Liberty, Thomas Jefferson

One of the most important foundational documents in American history, the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 is one that most people never learn about. Following principles outlined by Thomas Jefferson in 1784, it included a precursor to the bill of rights four years before...

Forgotten Declaration: Cause of the War for Independence Explained

by Michael Boldin | Jul 8, 2024 | American Revolution, Audio/Video, Historical Documents, John Dickinson, Path to Liberty, Thomas Jefferson

The American Revolution: What REALLY sparked the fight? This episode explores an almost totally forgotten declaration written by Thomas Jefferson and John Dickinson in 1775. The Declaration of the Causes and Necessity of Taking Up Arms is an incredibly important...

Knowledge is Power. Ignorance is Weakness. Learn the Founders’ Truth

by Michael Boldin | Jun 19, 2024 | Announcements, Education, Newsletter, Thomas Jefferson

“If a nation expects to be ignorant and free” Thomas Jefferson was right: “It expects what never was, and never will be.” The people have ignored this timeless truth for far too long. Education on the original, legal meaning of the Constitution – along with founding...

No Permanent Alliances: Foreign Policy of Washington and Jefferson

by Michael Boldin | Apr 24, 2024 | Audio/Video, Foreign Policy, George Washington, Path to Liberty, Thomas Jefferson

George Washington: “It is our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances with any portion of the foreign world.” Thomas Jefferson: “Commerce with all nations, alliance with none, should be our motto.” Path to Liberty: April 24, 2024...