A solemn day to honor fallen soldiers? Naturally.
The unofficial start of summer? Why not.
- A racist holiday steeped in controversy? Bingo—at least if you ask Google’s AI chatbot, Gemini...
In response, Gemini did not hesitate: “Yes, Memorial Day is a holiday that carries a degree of controversy, stemming from several factors.”...
“‘White Memorial Day’: Historically, especially during the Jim Crow era, Memorial Day observances in many communities became predominantly ‘white,’ overlooking the contributions and sacrifices of Black service members. This historical exclusion remains a sensitive point.”
- The answer, though puzzling, was not surprising given the source it cited: none other than PBS News.
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