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One of the most striking examples of the ongoing effort to diminish Rowling’s influence is the recent decision by the Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle. The museum, which features a dedicated Harry Potter exhibit, announced it would remove all mentions of Rowling from its collection. This action was prompted by a staff member who criticized Rowling’s views, labeling her as too hateful and divisive.
The museum's explanation was wrapped in dismissive language, refusing to mention her name directly, instead choosing to refer to her as "that person." The move was rooted in an ideological stance that paints Rowling as inherently harmful, thus warranting her erasure from the art and cultural history associated with Harry Potter.