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How Thomas Jefferson politicked his way into the Louisiana Purchase

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How Thomas Jefferson politicked his way into the Louisiana Purchase. (2026, October 23). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/how-thomas-jefferson-politicked-louisiana-purchase/

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A new book titled "Jefferson's Landmark Deal" explores how President Thomas Jefferson was instrumental in securing the Louisiana Purchase, which is described as the largest territorial expansion in American history. Lara Brown, an author and public scholar who is also married to journalist Major Garrett, discusses this topic on "The Takeout."
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A new book titled "Jefferson's Landmark Deal" explores how President Thomas Jefferson orchestrated the Louisiana Purchase, one of the most significant territorial expansions in American history. The author, public scholar Lara Brown, who is also married to journalist Major Garrett, joins CBS News' "The Takeout" to discuss her findings on Jefferson's political maneuvering and diplomatic skills that led to this monumental acquisition.

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A new book, "Jefferson's Landmark Deal," examines the unique role President Thomas Jefferson played in that monumental acquisition.
framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-10-24
2026-10-24 · CBS News
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A new book, "Jefferson's Landmark Deal," examines the unique role President Thomas Jefferson played in that monumental acquisition. asserted
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Author and public scholar Lara Brown, who is also Major Garrett's wife, joins "The Takeout" to discuss. asserted
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