Art or Agenda? MAGA Responds to 12-Foot Black Woman Statue in Times Square

A 12-foot bronze statue of a Black woman in Times Square has ignited a wave of racist backlash online. Created by artist Thomas J. Price for the “Grounded in the Stars” series, the work challenges societal perceptions of identity. Times Square Arts Director Jean Cooney noted it provokes reflection on values and humanity. However, it incited outrage, including offensive Photoshop alterations by users, linking it distastefully to public figures and derogatory comparisons. This controversy highlights persistent issues regarding representation and public art.