Smithsonian Faces Calls to Remove Statue of Margaret Sanger
WASHINGTON, DC — The Stanton Public Policy Center, a pro-life advocacy group, has demanded the Smithsonian Institution remove a statue of Planned Parenthood founder Margaret Sanger from the National Portrait Gallery, citing her history as a eugenicist and racist.
In a letter to Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch III, the group argued that Sanger’s display contradicts the institution’s mission to present historically accurate and inclusive portrayals of America’s heritage, echoing a 2020 White House directive emphasizing uplifting exhibits.
Brandi Swindell, the group’s CEO, stated, “It’s troubling that a tax-funded museum honors a racist. Sanger’s views clash with ideals of dignity and equality.” The call follows a 2015 congressional push to remove Sanger’s display from a civil rights exhibit, which the Smithsonian rejected.
Rev. Patrick Mahoney, Chief Strategy Officer, clarified that the effort isn’t about erasing history but celebrating figures who embody the nation’s highest values. “Our institutions should honor those who inspire us to be better,” he said. The controversy highlights ongoing debates over Sanger’s legacy and the Smithsonian’s role in reflecting America’s ideals.
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