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Jefferson, along with [[James Madison]], was a member of the [[Democratic-Republican Party]], an early political group that was opposed by the [[Federalist Party]].
Jefferson, along with [[James Madison]], was a member of the [[Democratic-Republican Party]], an early political group that was opposed by the [[Federalist Party]].
Jefferson, like many of his elite contemporaries, was a slave owner. And is believed to have fathered several illegitimate children with his slaves. While it is important to note that he freed his slaves upon his death, this should not absolve him from guilt, considering he gave away something which no longer belonged to him.
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