Liberty: What Did the Founders Mean?

When Thomas Jefferson wrote about “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,” he wasn’t just using poetic language—he was laying down a radical vision for a free society. But what did he and the Founders really mean by “liberty?” And how has that definition changed over time? Robert George, Professor of Jurisprudence at Princeton University, explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices