Jefferson through the fog
Subtitle: an address delivered at Monticello, April 13, 1959.
Publisher: Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation
Published: 1959
Place of publication: Charlottesville, Va
Language: eng
Number of pages: 17
Subjects: Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826
Description: In the context of the Cold War and the accompanying dire need for a great leader, Wiggins proposes to place Jefferson's philosophy on the diplomatic table, for "what we cannot nominate, we can imitate." Wiggins discusses Jefferson's impressive command of matters of science and public affairs as well as his diplomatic finesse, highlighting Jefferson's emphasis on public education, his flexibility as a thinker regarding the humanity and intellectual fiber of blacks, and his commitment to the welfare of the country.