Thomas Jefferson's Views on Racism. This paper discusses Thomas Jefferson's views on racism. Thomas Jefferson was one of the largest slave owners. This clouded his view on racism. His "views on slavery were colored by the prejudices of the gentry class and shaped by his own political philosophy" (Sheldon 1991, 129). Pages: 5 Bibliography: 1 source(s) listed Filename: 19146 Thomas Jefferson Racism.doc Price: 44.75