In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, bestselling biographer Walter Isaacson gives us an inside look into one of the most famous passages in American history. “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” Isaacson argues that this sentence defines who we are as Americans. Drafted to inspire unity, equality, and the enduring promise of America, Isaacson reveals not just the power of these words but describes how, in these polarized times, we can use them to restore an appreciation for our common values.

This program is generously underwritten by the Robert R. McCormick Foundation.

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