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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Just curious about how the PP thinks UVA is still Jefferson’s school. I don’t feel that way at all. There are a lot of UVA parents and alumni here. [/quote]

Many, many people still feel that way. [/quote]

No, no they don't...It's looked at as an outstanding public institution steeped in history.  Of course TJ is a prominent figure, he founded the frigging place but to try to equate the student body with early 19th century mentality is ignorant and stupid.  The article outlines a 350 page book and highlights the flaws of TJ both with slavery and his absolute disdain for theology to be taught in schools (which was the norm of the day).  One would think that that many on this site that bash institutions with foundations based in theology would find that refreshing.[/quote]

My DD attends UVA and will be the first person to tell you she hates Jefferson... for all the reasons stated in the article. She is not alone, and they are still attending what has become a great school. There is no Jefferson worship anymore. The school is very much working to downplay the TJ aspect of the school and actively educating on both his flaws and the positives that he did.[/quote]

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