THE NEW DEAL MASTERPIECES THREATENED BY TRUMP’S D.C. DOWNSIZING
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✍️ The article discusses the potential sale of the Wilbur J. Cohen Federal Building, which contains a series of frescoes by Ben Shahn celebrating the establishment of Social Security. The building is being sold despite its historical significance and the presence of notable public art.
👉 The Wilbur J. Cohen Federal Building is being sold despite its historical significance and the presence of notable public art. 👉 The building contains a series of frescoes by Ben Shahn celebrating the establishment of Social Security. 👉 The sale of the building is a loss for the American people and a threat to the preservation of public art. 👉 The building has been neglected and is in need of restoration. 👉 The sale of the building is a result of the Trump administration's efforts to reduce the federal government's footprint and sell off public assets.
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