An Epstein ‘reading room’ is showing 3.5m printed-out files. Why does it feel like a troll?
The Donald J Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room has opened in Tribeca, showcasing 3.5 million printed files related to Jeffrey Epstein. This exhibit aims to provide a physical space for reflection on the allegations against Epstein and Trump, emphasizing the importance of context in understanding these issues. Visitors can view the exhibit, which includes a timeline of allegations and a tribute to Epstein's victims, although access to the documents is limited for privacy reasons.
- ▪The exhibit features 3,437 volumes of Epstein files printed from digital records released by the government.
- ▪It is described as an 'exercise in radical transparency' and is free to the public until May 21.
- ▪Visitors are encouraged to reflect on the material, with notecards provided for their thoughts.
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With the Donald J Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room, the non-profit group the Institute for Primary Facts has turned a Tribeca gallery into an IRL library. Photograph: Anna Maria LopezView image in fullscreenWith the Donald J Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room, the non-profit group the Institute for Primary Facts has turned a Tribeca gallery into an IRL library. Photograph: Anna Maria LopezJeffrey EpsteinAn Epstein ‘reading room’ is showing 3.5m printed-out files.
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