Confederate Monuments: From Toxic Symbols to Art?

From symbols of hate to raw material for new art: A controversial Robert E. Lee statue, once at the heart of violent protests in Charlottesville, has been melted down and is now the centerpiece of a provocative L.A. art exhibition. Monuments challenges viewers to confront America's uncomfortable history by displaying Confederate statues alongside contemporary art, sparking debate about who we choose to honor and why. Is it erasing history or finally facing it? The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.