Charlottesville Robert E. Lee Statue to be Melted and Turned Into Art

The video discusses the transformation of a Confederate statue in Charlottesville, VA, into public art. The statue, a focal point of a 2017 rally by white nationalists, was removed and given to an African American History Museum. The museum plans to melt it down and create a new piece of art with community input, aiming to replace a symbol of division with one of unity and shared values.

What event led to the gathering of white nationalists and Neo Nazis in Charlottesville?

What was the decision made by the Charlottesville City Council regarding the statue of General Lee?

How do the artists plan to transform the statue into a new work of public art?

What is the hope behind creating something beautiful from the statue?

What social values are intended to be reflected in the new piece of art?