Exhibition in Besançon: "Subtracting certain names or certain formulas from a title is an ideological operation"

The exhibition "Ni Dieu ni maître ! Arts et anarchie de Courbet à Banksy" will be renamed in Besançon to "L’Art en liberté. De Courbet au street art" for political neutrality. This change omits significant historical references, including the term "anarchy" and the name "Banksy", which diminishes the visibility of important figures and ideas. Critics argue that this censorship undermines the exhibition's scientific foundation and the historical context of anarchism in Besançon. They emphasize the importance of acknowledging this heritage to foster understanding and reflection among the local population. The alteration of the title is seen as an ideological operation that strips away the exhibition's true essence and relevance to the community.