Is Objectivity White Supremacy? Rep. Gill Sparks Heated Exchange at Smithsonian Oversight Hearing [WM7tj47tk4B]
Join this channel to get access to perks: Rep. Brandon Gill questioned National Museum of American History Director Anthea Hartig during a House Oversight subcommittee hearing, focusing on materials he said were promoted by the Smithsonian that describe "objectivity" and "politeness" as characteristics of "white supremacy culture." During the exchange, Gill asked Hartig whether the Smithsonian was promoting an ideology after citing passages from a diversity toolkit he said had been referenced by the institution. Hartig responded that the Smithsonian did not develop the toolkit and said the museum strives to remain objective, nonpartisan, and grounded in scholarship. Gill also questioned exhibits discussing the historical origins of Mickey Mouse, as well as merchandise sold by the Smithsonian, arguing that some museum materials reflect ideological bias. The hearing is part of a broader House Republican review of how American history is presented at the Smithsonian. #BrandonGill #Smithsonian #Congress