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Donald Trump and the Kennedy Center controversy, explained


Published on 2025-02-14 18:41:01 - MSN
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  • Canadian author Louise Penny has joined the growing list of people from the arts and culture communities to cancel events or dissociate themselves from the Kennedy Center, after U.S. President Donald Trump took control of the historic Washington,

The article discusses the controversy surrounding former President Donald Trump's decision to award the Kennedy Center Honors to several individuals, including Rush Limbaugh, in 2020. The Kennedy Center Honors, an annual event celebrating lifetime artistic achievements, became a point of contention when Trump, who had previously criticized the event for not recognizing conservative artists, chose to honor figures like Limbaugh, a conservative radio host known for his controversial statements. This decision was met with significant backlash from the arts community and the public, who felt that the honors were being politicized. Critics argued that the selections deviated from the tradition of recognizing artists based on their contributions to the arts, instead reflecting Trump's political affiliations and views. The controversy highlighted the tension between artistic merit and political influence in cultural awards, leading to discussions about the integrity and purpose of the Kennedy Center Honors.

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