Trump Is Missing the Entire Point of Arches The recent approval by the U. S. Commission of Fine Arts of President Trump's proposed arch across the Potomac River from Washington, D. C.
has sparked a mix of emotions among historians, artists, and citizens alike. Beneath this controversy lies a fascinating – and largely forgotten – history that speaks to the heart of American republicanism.
From the earliest days of America's founding, arches have played a significant role in shaping the nation's visual identity and ideological landscape.