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Museum Director Defies White House Criticism | Lubbock News
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Facing criticism from the White House that her leadership is radical and untrustworthy, Anthea Hartig, director of the National Museum of American History, stands firm against claims that the museum erases foundational American history. While lawmakers and a White House report push for a more “traditional” narrative—focusing on Founding Fathers and Revolutionary War artifacts—Hartig argues the museum’s mission is to amplify diverse voices, not erase history. She defends recent exhibits, including one for America’s 250th anniversary featuring Jefferson’s desk and the Star Spangled Banner, and clarifies that a girlhood exhibit on gender identity was not intended for children. Despite political pressure and questions about the museum’s direction, Hartig calls leading the institution the “honor of her career.”
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