They Created the Map Google Wouldn’t
Summary
Morning Wire hosts Georgia Howe and John Bickley interview Brenda Heffera from the Heritage Foundation about their new Heritage Guide to Historic Sites. The online resource evaluates 130 American heritage locations, grading them for historical accuracy and ideological bias to help families plan educational trips. Heffera discusses the project’s goal of countering distortions at sites like Montpelier and encouraging civic education ahead of America 250.
Topics discussed
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Introduction to Heritage Foundation's historic sites guide
Goals of the guide: education and accountability
Scope of the project and notable historic sites
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Team structure and evaluator selection process
Historical distortions and activism at sites
National Park Service ratings and progressive views
Future plans and website updates
Personal reflection on American heritage
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