On the recordAugust 21, 2026
The board's repeated efforts to break the law are a breathtaking act of defiance, but I will continue to stand up against all unlawful acts—enough is enough.
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npr.orgThe board's repeated efforts to break the law are a breathtaking act of defiance, but I will continue to stand up against all unlawful acts—enough is enough.
Commenting on the Kennedy Center board's actions.
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