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Ken Burns on Democracy, History, and the American Revolution
In an extensive interview with Reason, legendary documentary filmmaker Ken Burns explores the multifaceted history of the United States, emphasizing the depth and complexity of the American Revolution and its enduring lessons for the nation. Burns, whose work spans topics from the Civil War and jazz to national parks and immigration, offers a nuanced perspective that challenges simplified narratives and underscores the importance of understanding history in all its contradictions.