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American Identity

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culture4 months ago•5 min saved

Trump's Influence Sparks Debate Over Smithsonian's Future

A visit to the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History reveals the complex duality of American identity, showcasing both achievements and darker chapters like slavery and colonialism. President Trump criticizes the museum for emphasizing negative aspects of American history and seeks a narrative focused on pride and success. The museum, however, presents a nuanced view, exploring America's triumphs alongside its sins, prompting reflection on patriotism, diversity, and the nation's future.

via Chicago Tribune|

#american-history #american-identity #culture

politics4 months ago•3 min saved

Trump's Vision of America: A Nation Shaped by Identity and History

The article discusses how President Trump is using government policies to promote a more exclusionary and traditionalist view of American identity, emphasizing cultural and historical elements aligned with MAGA ideals, including revisions to museum exhibits, stricter visa screenings, and symbolic acts like declaring English the official language, which critics argue undermine America's diverse and inclusive history.

via Axios|

#american-identity #cultural-policies #immigration

politics5 months ago•7 min saved

Debate Over 'Superwoke' Superman Highlights Culture War Divisions

The article criticizes the right-wing backlash against the new Superman movie, which falsely claims the character's immigrant background and values like kindness are 'woke' propaganda. It argues this is part of a broader effort by MAGA to rewrite American history and identity, denying facts about cultural diversity and the character's origins to promote a nationalist, exclusionary narrative. The piece highlights how such distortions threaten the collective understanding of American values and history.

via Salon.com|

#american-identity #immigration #maga

culture6 months ago•5 min saved

Superman's Legacy: From Immigration Icon to Cultural Battle

The article argues that Superman has always been an immigration story, symbolizing the American immigrant experience and the nation's values of acceptance and resilience, contrasting this with recent political debates and criticisms about politicizing the character.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#american-identity #culture #immigration

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

GOP candidate Vivek Ramaswamy proposes raising voting age to 25

Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy proposes raising the minimum US voting age from 18 to 25, allowing those ages 18-25 to vote only if they participate in a six-month "national service requirement" or complete a civics test identical to the one required to become a naturalized citizen. Ramaswamy argues that this would restore "civic pride" and "American identity" among young people. The proposal is the only of its kind in the 2024 Republican presidential field and would face significant odds of becoming a reality.

via Des Moines Register|

#american-identity #civics-test #national-service-requirement