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The National Park Service has announced that it will not remove the statue of William Penn from its location at Waterfront Park in Philadelphia, following public backlash over initial plans to do so. In response to this episode, Representative Dave Zimmerman (R-Lancaster/Berks) penned a column highlighting the influence of elite colleges and the need to preserve historical truth.

Zimmerman draws an interesting parallel between Dylan Mulvaney, a trans Tik Tok personality, and William Penn. Mulvaney was part of an advertising campaign that faced customer disapproval, much like the initial plan to remove Penn's statue. Zimmerman points out that Alissa Heinerscheid, the brainchild behind the campaign, attended the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Heinerscheid's education in elite institutions reflects a larger issue at hand.

Zimmerman further emphasizes this issue by referring to the recent testimony of the presidents of Harvard University, MIT, and UPenn before the U.S. House of Representatives. During their testimony, these presidents were asked to condemn calls for genocide by their students. Shockingly, all three presidents refused to outrightly condemn such behavior, stating that it depended on the "context" and "if the speech turned into conduct, it would be considered harassment." This refusal to acknowledge and condemn hateful behavior highlights the problematic thinking that is instilled in elite colleges.

The column goes on to discuss the National Park Service's effort to remove William Penn's statue and the individuals behind this decision. Marilou Ehrler, an NPS Historical Architect and graduate of Columbia University, was among those who spearheaded the removal campaign. Zimmerman suggests that these individuals have been trained by elite colleges like Harvard, UPenn, and MIT to tear down American society and culture. He argues that the goal of these tenured professors is to revise society in a way that causes more strife and division.

Zimmerman highlights the significance of William Penn's legacy and how it represents equality and religious freedom, which were established before America even came into existence. He mentions meeting descendants of the Lenape chief depicted in a painting at the Pennsylvania State House of Representatives. The painting symbolizes an agreement between Penn and the chief to live in harmony and purchase land. The Lenape descendants take pride in this painting and the peace treaty it represents.

The column also addresses the importance of preserving history and not succumbing to woke ideology that has infiltrated our culture. Zimmerman warns that although the National Park Service has decided not to remove Penn's statue due to public outcry, those influenced by elite colleges will continue to push for its removal in the future.

In conclusion, Representative Dave Zimmerman's column sheds light on the influence of elite colleges and their role in shaping societal thinking. He emphasizes the need to preserve historical truth and resist the woke ideology that threatens to erase important aspects of our history.

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