Fergus Bordewich

Fergus Bordewich

historian United States

Fergus Bordewich is a historian and author known for his work on American history, particularly the Underground Railroad. He has written extensively about the complexities of American historical narratives and has often spoken out against oversimplifications of history, advocating for a truthful representation of events, especially in relation to slavery and civil rights.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
160,045
Power
10,154$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 2 5.00 0.04% +10% 331,002,651 160,045 $21,000,000 10,154$
Totals 2 331,002,651 160,045 $21,000,000 10,154$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Historian Fergus Bordewich called the edits to Tubman's representation on the webpage 'both offensive and absurd.' 3

CNN: After a backlash, National Park Service restores old Underground Railroad webpage that prominently features Harriet Tubman