Survivors' Ammendment for Museum Content

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Survivors' Ammendment for Museum Content

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The document, titled "Survivors' Ammendment," proposes the establishment of a Content Committee for a museum. This committee, comprised primarily of survivors and chaired by one, would be responsible for ensuring the historical veracity, data accuracy, and thematic authenticity of exhibits. It emphasizes the need to preserve the memory of all victims, citing Elie Wiesel's statement that "While all Jews were victims, not all victims were Jews." The committee's specific responsibilities include overseeing the work of a Content Team of Experts led by Professor Yisrael Gutman, participating in the selection of designers, approving permanent exhibit designs, and coordinating with designers. The amendment aims to maintain the "soul of the experience" and provide a "living link with the past" through the museum's content.

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