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Full Interview: Smithsonian Head Lonnie Bunch in 2020 on Telling "Unvarnished" History, Trump & More

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This chapter explores the clash between President Trump's interpretation of American history and the Smithsonian Institution's portrayal of slavery and significant events. It presents a review of museum exhibitions aimed at aligning with Trump's narrative, culminating in an interview with the Smithsonian's secretary about maintaining historical accuracy under political scrutiny.

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