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politics-and-culture2 years ago•4 min saved

"Controversy Surrounds Potential Removal of William Penn Statue from Philadelphia Park"

The National Park Service plans to permanently remove the William Penn statue from Welcome Park in Old City, angering Pennsylvania's Republican leadership. The park, built on the site of Penn's home, is set to be redesigned to highlight Native American history, sparking controversy. The decision has drawn criticism for erasing history and promoting a revisionist view, while also reigniting discussions about the representation of historical figures in public spaces.

via The Philadelphia Inquirer|

#national-park-service #native-american-history #politics-and-culture

religion2 years ago•2 min saved

"Controversial Cardinal Statue Removed Amidst Sexual Abuse Allegations"

A statue of Cardinal Franz Hengsbach, who has been accused of sexual abuse, was removed from outside Essen Cathedral in Germany. The allegations against the late cardinal, who died in 1991, have added to the ongoing scandal of clergy abuse that has shaken the Catholic Church in Germany. The current bishop of Essen, Franz-Josef Overbeck, apologized for mishandling the accusations and admitted that they were misjudged in 2011. The removal of the statue comes as the church faces a difficult situation and calls for further abuse allegations to be reported.

via ABC News|

#cardinal-franz-hengsbach #catholic-church #germany