Controversial Artist Depicts Obama Trampling The Constitution...

[paulitician]

In front of the White House a man is sitting on a park bench in the throes of depression. He is surrounded by all 43 presidents. In the forefront, purposefully ignoring the depressed man is President Obama, whose right foot is stepping on the Constitution. James Madison is next to Obama, pleading with him to stop.

This tableau is called “The Forgotten Man”, a painting by Jon McNaughton, an artist who is known for his politically-charged work.

The painting, which uses objects such as discarded dollar bills as symbols and scraps of paper with individual constitutional amendments scrawled onto them, has been making the rounds across the Internet. The painting was initially released in 2010 and has resurfaced, causing a stir.

The responses have ranged from sarcastic — “We’ll trade you this peasant for that constitution. We’ll even throw in the bench.” – to Photoshop works of art.

McNaughton released an accompanying YouTube video for his painting. The video shows McNaughton painting the piece with a soundtrack that emulates a movie trailer.

“For a long time I didn’t know if I wanted to paint this picture, because I worried it might be too controversial,” McNaughton explains in a voice over. “(T)his man (on the park bench) represents every man, woman, and child who is an American… he hopes to find the American dream of happiness and prosperity.

“But now because of unconstitutional acts imposed by the American people by our government we stand on the precipice of disasters,” he added.

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[Ed Spacer]

Would buy a copy.

 

[LoneLaugher]

There is a sucker born every minute.

 

[paulitician]

There is a sucker born every minute.

True.

 

[paulitician]

Would buy a copy.

Yeah, the man has a gift.

 

[Stephanie]

excellent painting and so true

 

[paulitician]

excellent painting and so true

Yeah, it really does stir up a lot of emotion. Our Nation is in such trouble.

 

[Inthemiddle]

It's a ridiculous notion. But I respect the artistry.

 

[strollingbones]

i respect freedom of expression

 

[asaratis]

Who are those modern day liberals to the right of the Marxist that seem to be applauding?

 

[paulitician]

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KGlBHyVeYU]The Forgotten Man - Jon McNaughton - YouTube[/ame]

 

[strollingbones]

artists have died for their political cartoons....or films ......

political cartoons can spark the public......or at least make them think

be it from the right or the left.....many times one pictures does say a thousand words

 

[paulitician]

artists have died for their political cartoons....or films ......

political cartoons can spark the public......or at least make them think

be it from the right or the left.....many times one pictures does say a thousand words

Well said. Thanks.

 

[geauxtohell]

In front of the White House a man is sitting on a park bench in the throes of depression. He is surrounded by all 43 presidents. In the forefront, purposefully ignoring the depressed man is President Obama, whose right foot is stepping on the Constitution. James Madison is next to Obama, pleading with him to stop.

This tableau is called “The Forgotten Man”, a painting by Jon McNaughton, an artist who is known for his politically-charged work.

The painting, which uses objects such as discarded dollar bills as symbols and scraps of paper with individual constitutional amendments scrawled onto them, has been making the rounds across the Internet. The painting was initially released in 2010 and has resurfaced, causing a stir.

The responses have ranged from sarcastic — “We’ll trade you this peasant for that constitution. We’ll even throw in the bench.” – to Photoshop works of art.

McNaughton released an accompanying YouTube video for his painting. The video shows McNaughton painting the piece with a soundtrack that emulates a movie trailer.

“For a long time I didn’t know if I wanted to paint this picture, because I worried it might be too controversial,” McNaughton explains in a voice over. “(T)his man (on the park bench) represents every man, woman, and child who is an American… he hopes to find the American dream of happiness and prosperity.

“But now because of unconstitutional acts imposed by the American people by our government we stand on the precipice of disasters,” he added.

Read More:
Controversial Artist Depicts Obama Trampling The Constitution « CBS Las Vegas
DRUDGE REPORT 2012®

This dipshit again? He has a right to paint whatever he wants. We have the right to care as much as we care about the next average hack mall artist.

 

[Sirkarl101]

WOW,
Gives me pause to reflect.

 

[paulitician]

In front of the White House a man is sitting on a park bench in the throes of depression. He is surrounded by all 43 presidents. In the forefront, purposefully ignoring the depressed man is President Obama, whose right foot is stepping on the Constitution. James Madison is next to Obama, pleading with him to stop.

This tableau is called “The Forgotten Man”, a painting by Jon McNaughton, an artist who is known for his politically-charged work.

The painting, which uses objects such as discarded dollar bills as symbols and scraps of paper with individual constitutional amendments scrawled onto them, has been making the rounds across the Internet. The painting was initially released in 2010 and has resurfaced, causing a stir.

The responses have ranged from sarcastic — “We’ll trade you this peasant for that constitution. We’ll even throw in the bench.” – to Photoshop works of art.

McNaughton released an accompanying YouTube video for his painting. The video shows McNaughton painting the piece with a soundtrack that emulates a movie trailer.

“For a long time I didn’t know if I wanted to paint this picture, because I worried it might be too controversial,” McNaughton explains in a voice over. “(T)his man (on the park bench) represents every man, woman, and child who is an American… he hopes to find the American dream of happiness and prosperity.

“But now because of unconstitutional acts imposed by the American people by our government we stand on the precipice of disasters,” he added.

Read More:
Controversial Artist Depicts Obama Trampling The Constitution « CBS Las Vegas
DRUDGE REPORT 2012®

This dipshit again? He has a right to paint whatever he wants. We have the right to care as much as we care about the next average hack mall artist.

So says the silly talentless dipshit.

 

[Skull Pilot]

As long as they aren't getting taxpayer money i don't give a shit what any artists do.

 

[paulitician]

As long as they aren't getting taxpayer money i don't give a shit what any artists do.

That's a very good point. Thanks.

 

[paulitician]

WOW,
Gives me pause to reflect.

Yeah, his works have that affect on you.

 

[paulitician]

Here's another one of his masterpieces. 'Wake Up America'...