The Trump administration, always adept at stirring the progressive pot, has decided to tackle the wokeness creeping into the hallowed halls of the Smithsonian. The plan is to showcase the more inspiring tales of America’s rich history—stories featuring the nation’s achievements rather than its blemishes, like slavery. Naturally, this has sent the left into a tizzy, spewing accusations of historical erasure. Because, for some, nothing screams patriotism like endlessly picking at old scabs.
Enter Joy Reid, the once-upon-a-time darling of MSNBC, who now hosts “The ReidOut” on MSNBC. Reid seems convinced that with these changes, the evil overlords in MAGA hats are sanitizing history, sweeping the grim stories of slavery under the proverbial rug. Apparently, to some, America isn’t allowed to revel in any self-congratulation unless it comes with a side of guilt and a splash of remorse.
Meanwhile, the transformation of the Smithsonian’s exhibits is being likened to a grand conspiracy of cultural theft. Reid holds that Americans can’t even claim rock and roll without crediting its origins to African American influence. While Reid pontificates about America’s artistic debts, let us not forget how she peppers her monologues with sensational flair—questioning all things from computer advances to even curiously claiming that phones have an African drum-inspired lineage. This narrative is nothing new from the left, who seem to see shadows of appropriation in every American innovation. Yet, if you listen hard enough, you might just hear a faint echo of laughter from historians who know better.
In the end, while liberal voices like Reid continue their relentless saga of pointing fingers and crying foul, there’s a simple truth that remains. America’s story is one of evolution and progress—a testament to overcoming past failures and achieving greatness. It’s this very narrative, rich in its complexities and triumphs, that truly sets the nation apart. As for painting border walls black to deter illegal crossings? One can rest easy knowing that the American conversation, much like a well-watched TV drama, will continue to be filled with unexpected plot twists and an ever-enthusiastic cast of characters.
