"Participating in the 61st Venice Biennale would have been splendid. Art is the only thing that proves that anything has ever happened in the world. For me, as a world citizen, this was not the moment."
"The selection process for the US pavilion artist for the 61st Biennale was jolted last May as the US State Department Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs updated the grant submission guidelines in accordance with President Donald Trump's dismantling of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives at a federal level."
Barbara Chase-Riboud declined the opportunity to represent the US at the 61st Venice Biennale, stating it was 'not the moment.' She was among the initial artists considered by the American Arts Conservancy. Both she and photographer William Eggleston opted out, leading to the selection of Alma Allen. Chase-Riboud emphasized the significance of art in history, noting that participating would have been splendid but felt it was not the right time. The selection process was affected by changes in grant guidelines under the Trump administration.
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