I’m not going to spend a lot of time on this post. I have others to write on topics that actually matter, but I have to share my thoughts on something I just read.
A writer for the Daily Beast put out an article listing her top choices of women to go on the new $10 bill. Some of them are deserving of the honor, and some not so much in this writer’s humble opinion.
The choice I find the least fitting and most surprising on that list is Beyonce. She is a popular artist and has made a significant impact in music and entertainment, but it is less clear how that translates to the historical significance usually associated with being featured on currency.
I don’t know a great deal about Beyonce, but I would expect that if she had taken major steps that changed the course of history or humanity, it would be widely recognized. Simply being in the public eye or having artistic achievements might not be enough for an honor like this.
I have no personal issue with Beyonce at all. Please don’t misunderstand my point. However, the idea that she should be on U.S. currency seems a bit misplaced to me, especially considering all the historical figures who have made profound contributions deserving of that kind of recognition.
I would guess Beyonce herself might agree with that perspective. The writer of that article struck me as a bit off with this particular pick.
What do you think?
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