Jeffrey Rosen

Season 6 Episode 7

Author Jeffrey Rosen on what "the pursuit of happiness" meant to our nation's Founders.

What did "the pursuit of happiness" mean to our nation’s Founders, and why was it included in the Declaration of Independence? Constitutional expert Jeffrey Rosen joins David Rubenstein to explore its origins, its link to personal self-government, and its conflict with slavery. Guests are selected by the NY Historical Society. David Rubenstein had no involvement in guest selection in any way.

AIR DATE 2/12/25

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