Lady Liberty's message at America's 250th

The article discusses a display of Norman Rockwell’s artwork at the Norman Rockwell Museum, which examines the evolving meaning of the Statue of Liberty as a symbol of hope and inclusion amid current political debates. It highlights recent Supreme Court decisions that threaten immigrant rights and birthright citizenship, contrasting these with Rockwell’s idealized depictions of American life and the original patriotic message inscribed on Lady Liberty. The piece also addresses how the Trump administration has misused Rockwell’s art for nationalist themes and reflects on the artist’s own complexities regarding prejudice, emphasizing the need for societal change through votes and action.

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