Contrary to popular belief, there are lots of actions on the part of Jefferson and Hemings that speak about the basic nature of their relationship.

I do believe that actions often speak louder than words.

I am enormously pleased to become a part of the Harvard community once again. I look forward to working with the students and faculty members at the Law School and in the History Department, and to experiencing the rich interdisciplinary environment at the Radcliffe Institute.

I find it more than a little disingenuous to act as if keeping slaves was something that set Thomas Jefferson apart from all mankind.

It's always easier to spot others' hypocrisies while missing our own.