Trump's recent maneuver to chair the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., symbolizes a significant political strategy, which bears resemblance to Viktor Orban's regime in Hungary. Through controlling cultural institutions, Trump aims to reshape narratives and influence public sentiment. By dismissing board members and installing loyalists, he undermines the organization's bipartisan history to consolidate power. This trend highlights the potential dangers of intertwining arts with politics, demonstrating how cultural influence can serve political aims rather than uphold traditional values of independence and diversity in the arts.
Donald Trump's installation as chair of the John F. Kennedy Center may seem trivial, but it reflects a deeper political strategy influencing cultural and artistic institutions.
By appointing compliant board members and stacking the Kennedy Center with loyalists, Trump mimics Viktor Orban's approach to cultural control as a political tool.
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