President Trump Discusses Kennedy Center Honoree Selection and 'Woke' Culture
KHOU 11September 5, 20251 min13,028 views
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- 🎯 President Trump stated he was 98% involved in the selection process for Kennedy Center honorees, with all selections going through him.
- ⚠️ He mentioned turning down honorees because they were considered "too woke."
Comparison to Academy Awards
- 📺 Trump drew a parallel to the Academy Awards, which he believes has suffered declining ratings due to its "woke" agenda and anti-Trump sentiment.
- 📈 He recalled that the Academy Awards once had viewership comparable to The Apprentice, but ratings have since plummeted.
Focus on Talent
- 🌟 The president emphasized that the current Kennedy Center honorees are great people and that the selection process is focused on recognizing great talent.
- ✅ He clarified that the goal is not to replicate the perceived failures of other award shows but to honor deserving individuals.
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