Palais de Tokyo patron row intensifies after French art world figures sign letter of support

The Palais de Tokyo is supported by over 100 French art world figures after Sandra Hegedüs withdrew her funding, accusing the institution of promoting 'wokeism' and having a 'very political direction'. This highlights controversies around art institutions aligning with specific ideologies.

The open letter emphasizes the dangers of using social media as a tribunal to criticize institutions, citing threats to art world freedoms and democracy. It underlines the impact of public opinions on cultural institutions and artistic freedom.

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