Rep. Terri Sewell (D-AL) criticized President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at revising the Smithsonian Institution's portrayal of American history during a House Administration Committee hearing. Sewell described the investigation as a dangerous attempt to control the narrative of American history, comparing it to fascism. The hearing followed a White House report alleging ideological bias in the Smithsonian's exhibits. Dr. David Blight, a witness for the Democrats, supported Sewell's comments, stating that the administration's actions resemble those of authoritarian regimes that target cultural institutions. Blight emphasized that history is inherently revisionist and must adapt as new information emerges. Sewell also expressed her struggles with national pride due to historical injustices against Native Americans.
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Congresswoman Critiques Trump's Investigation into Smithsonian Institution
During a House hearing, Rep. Terri Sewell criticized President Trump's investigation into the Smithsonian Institution's portrayal of American history, likening it to fascism. The hearing followed a report claiming ideological bias in the museum's exhibits, with Dr. David Blight supporting Sewell's concerns about the administration's oversight resembling authoritarian tactics.
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Democratic congresswoman compares Trump’s scrutiny of Smithsonian to ‘fascism’
Congresswoman Critiques Trump's Investigation into Smithsonian Institution