It's just really upsetting to be at a cultural institution which is banning a cultural garment. The keffiyeh is more than a political symbol; it represents identity for many.
Cappellini emphasized that the decision to wear the keffiyeh was not made lightly, stating that it had become a personal statement of solidarity with those suffering, not just Palestinian issues.
After a policy change, workers were informed that political expressions were barred in their roles. This led to confusion and frustration among employees who felt their identities were under threat.
Tresonia Abbot described the tense atmosphere at the museum, revealing that their termination felt like a direct attack on personal expression and cultural representation in a space claiming inclusivity.
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