Smithsonian Siege

A recent executive order from the Trump administration aims to impose conformity on the Smithsonian Institution, a move characterized as an attack on democratic principles. This order targets the Smithsonian's content and presentation, seeking to enforce a specific, politically-motivated interpretation of American history and culture. The administration's actions reflect a broader effort to control historical narratives and suppress dissenting viewpoints. This initiative involves censoring exhibits, publications, and educational programs that do not align with the administration's preferred version of American history, particularly regarding issues of race, social justice, and equality. Critics argue that the executive order represents an attempt to transform the Smithsonian into a propaganda tool, undermining its credibility as an independent and objective institution dedicated to education and research. They contend that this political interference threatens academic freedom and the integrity of historical scholarship. The order is seen as part of a wider agenda to undermine democratic institutions and replace them with authoritarian control. find the original article here: https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2025/04/05/cmjm-a05.html