The Greatest Sentence Ever Written

In celebration of America's 250th anniversary, Walter Isaacson delves into the origins of the iconic sentence from the Declaration of Independence, “We hold these truths to be self-evident…,” exploring its creation by Thomas Jefferson and contributions from Benjamin Franklin and John Adams. This engaging analysis highlights the sentence's revolutionary concepts of unity, equality, and the American Dream, showcasing its enduring significance and potential to guide contemporary political discourse. Isaacson's insightful examination reveals the power of these words to remind us of our shared values in today's polarized society.