Cornyn's loss signals the end of GOP cultural appeasement

The Smithsonian’s twin shrines to identity politics had a deservedly rough political week.

Cornyn's loss signals the end of GOP cultural appeasement

TL;DR

  • Two Smithsonian museum projects favored by Republicans experienced political difficulties.
  • Senator John Cornyn lost his Texas primary election, a development linked to Donald Trump's endorsement of his opponent.
  • A House bill for a women's museum was rejected following an amendment requiring it to focus on women.