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Ultimately, the controversy over the “Walk of Fame” plaques is about more than just metal and wood; it is about who controls the American narrative. For supporters of the move, the plaques represent a refreshing “truth-telling” that breaks through the “polite lies” of the establishment. For detractors, they are a sign of a deep-seated insecurity and a rejection of the humility required of a national leader. As the debate rages on, the plaques remain, a jarring and divisive addition to a house that was once meant to be a symbol of “E Pluribus Unum”—out of many, one. The “Golden Age” Trump describes on his own plaque remains a matter of fierce debate, but the “Age of Grievance” he has etched into the walls of the White House is now a matter of historical record.
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