The essence of the study of history and historical texts involves the review of original sources -- but importantly -- such review should be done with a thorough understanding of the context in which it was written. As you alluded with CRT and critical theory generally, one of the many flaws of those destructive ideas is that they attempt to impose subjective modern sensibilities onto the historical text, which leads to flawed analysis and conclusions and dangerous propositions for future steps.
I applaud your dive into Story, who was an impressive intellect.
The essence of the study of history and historical texts involves the review of original sources -- but importantly -- such review should be done with a thorough understanding of the context in which it was written. As you alluded with CRT and critical theory generally, one of the many flaws of those destructive ideas is that they attempt to impose subjective modern sensibilities onto the historical text, which leads to flawed analysis and conclusions and dangerous propositions for future steps.
I applaud your dive into Story, who was an impressive intellect.
Well stated, Steve. The more I read what's real, the more impressed I am by the political acumen of our founders. Thanks for the insightful comment.