"Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story."
"When Dorothy Gale becomes Dorothy of Oz, it's when she puts on the ruby slippers. When the Wicked Witch becomes the Wicked Witch, she puts on the hat. So it's this transformational moment of the birth of the witch. I think the importance of the hat is just incredible. It's on par with the slippers."
"This iconic wool hat, for sale at Heritage Auctions, measures nearly 14 inches high with a 19.5-inch diameter brim. Its 22-inch elastic chin strap secured it during Hamilton's memorable flying scenes. Designed by Gilbert Adrian, it was chosen after the initial selection was deemed insufficiently menacing. Joe Maddalena, Executive Vice President of Heritage Auctions, highlighted its significance:"
The Independent requests donations to fund reporters on the ground across issues like reproductive rights, climate change and Big Tech, and to keep reporting free behind no paywalls. Donations help send journalists to interview both sides and to investigate matters such as Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC and documentaries spotlighting American women fighting for reproductive rights. Heritage Auctions will offer Margaret Hamilton's distinctive Wicked Witch wool hat, measuring nearly 14 inches high with a 19.5-inch brim and a 22-inch elastic chin strap used during flying scenes. The hat was designed by Gilbert Adrian and was chosen for its menacing effect. The auction is scheduled for 9 and 10 December.
Read at www.independent.co.uk
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