White House's Smithsonian Vetting Sparks Historical and Political Debate
TL;DR
The Trump administration is conducting a review of Smithsonian museums to ensure they promote American unity and values, raising concerns among historians about the importance of presenting a complete and honest account of American history, including difficult topics like racism and colonialism.
- What one historian says White House vetting of Smithsonian means for U.S. cultural institutions WBUR
- Exclusive | White House to Vet Smithsonian Museums to Fit Trump’s Historical Vision - WSJ The Wall Street Journal
- White House calls for a 'comprehensive review' of eight Smithsonian museums NPR
- Trump Administration Plan to Oversee Smithsonian Exhibits Draws Criticism From Historians The New York Times
- CNN's Jennings says same critics of Trump's Smithsonian review were cheering destruction of monuments in 2020 Fox News
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