#historical-accuracy
New directive at national parks sparks debate over historical censorship
Across the country, visitors to national park sites are noticing new signs asking them to be alert for content that portrays American history negatively. The signs were installed in compliance with a federal executive order titled Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History, issued on March 27. The directive instructs park staff to encourage reports of materials or displays that reflect poorly on the nation’s past or present, instead emphasizing natural beauty and national accomplishmen
New directive at national parks sparks debate over historical censorship
Across the country, visitors to national park sites are noticing new signs asking them to be alert for content that portrays American history negatively. The signs were installed in compliance with a federal executive order titled Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History, issued on March 27. The directive instructs park staff to encourage reports of materials or displays that reflect poorly on the nation’s past or present, instead emphasizing natural beauty and national accomplishmen









