Smithsonian Chief Defends Leadership Against Activist Accusations
July 23, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via The Conversation

The Smithsonian's museum chief is pushing back against claims that the institution's leaders are radical activists - a defensive move that itself reveals the real problem. When America's premier cultural institutions face serious questions about whether ideology is overriding their educational mission, dismissing critics as partisan isn't an answer. The Smithsonian should welcome scrutiny about whether it's serving all Americans or advancing a particular political agenda. Read more about this...