John Stauffer

Discover how a man born into slavery became one of the most influential voices for democracy U.S. history. A gifted writer and charismatic orator, it is estimated that more Americans heard Douglass speak than any other 19th-century figure — Black or white. Directed by Oscar®-nominated filmmaker Stanley Nelson and Nicole London, the film features the voice of actor Wendell Pierce as Douglass.

Lover of Men examines the intimate life of America's most consequential president, Abraham Lincoln. Learn about Lincoln's romantic relationships with men and how these stories resonate today.