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Why Trump's Takeover of the Kennedy Center Will Reverberate in Hollywood and Beyond


Published on 2025-02-12 16:00:39 - Time
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  • Trump is now the Kennedy Center's board chairman, giving him control over a beloved arts institution that regularly interacts with Hollywood

The article from Time magazine discusses Donald Trump's decision to not attend the Kennedy Center Honors in 2017, which was seen as a snub to the arts community. Trump's absence was attributed to his desire to avoid creating an uncomfortable situation for the honorees, given the political tensions and the fact that many in the arts community had been vocal critics of his presidency. This decision marked a departure from tradition, as previous presidents typically attended the event, which celebrates lifetime artistic achievements. The article highlights the broader implications of this move, suggesting it reflected Trump's strained relationship with the cultural sector, which often leaned liberal. It also notes that subsequent Kennedy Center Honors events continued without the president's presence, indicating a shift in the event's political atmosphere.

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[ https://time.com/7221538/donald-trump-kennedy-center/ ]

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