Frederick Douglass

Frederick Douglass, born into slavery in 1818, emerged as a prominent intellectual and advocate for abolition and racial equality. He uniquely viewed the U.S. Constitution as fundamentally anti-slavery, arguing that its protections applied to all Americans. As the nation commemorates his bicentennial, "Frederick Douglass: Self-Made Man" offers a deep exploration of his thoughts and contributions, highlighting his significance as a statesman, author, and lecturer in the fight against oppression.