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Thank you for coming to ReaganGothic.com. The purpose of this website is to petition Congress to pass legislation that will forever enshrine Ronald Wilson Reagan, the 40th President of the United States, on Grant Wood’s classic painting “American Gothic.”
Why Ronald Reagan?
As the 40th President of the United States, Ronald Reagan reinvigorated America’s patriotism, bringing a new sense of optimism to a country suffering from hard times and a national “malaise.” By cutting taxes, he began a period of unprecedented economic growth. But most importantly, his policies brought down the Soviet Union, thus ending the Cold War without a single shot being fired. There is little doubt that Reagan ranks as one of the greatest American presidents of all time, and almost certainly the greatest of the 20th Century.
Why “American Gothic”?
Like Ronald Reagan, Grant Wood’s timeless “American Gothic” is a priceless piece of American history. Painted in 1930, the painting depicts an elderly farmer and his daughter in front of a white house. After its initial exhibition at the Art Institute of Chicago, the painting became an instant classic, receiving widespread publicity in newspapers across the country. “American Gothic” represents a glorification of the moral virtue of rural America. No one exemplified moral virtue more than Ronald Reagan. Merging these two symbols of American greatness would be a fitting tribute to President Reagan’s memory.
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Why Alter a Famous Piece of Artwork?
I recognize that this is definitely a valid question. After all, there are plenty of other opportunities to honor Reagan. There has already been talk of placing him on Mt. Rushmore, but unfortunately it appears that it might not be geologically possible. Adding President Reagan to “American Gothic” would put him on an equally revered piece of American art.
American Gothic’s current incarnation has been thoroughly documented and reproduced. It appears in books, posters, documentaries, websites, etc.. Grant Wood’s original vision will never be lost to the ages. But as sad as it is, no actual painting is ever permanent. The long decay of time, paired with constant restorations, have made classics such as the Mona Lisa and Michelangelo’s David mere echoes of their original selves. Adding Ronald Reagan to “American Gothic” will add a whole new patriotic dimension to an already-classic painting, and give it a whole new life.
Sign the Petition:
If you are interested in joining the push to put Ronald Reagan on “American Gothic,” sign the online petition here. Once enough signatures are collected, I will send copies to sympathetic Congressmen and to the Art Institute of Chicago.
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Resources
theeinfo.org resources center
Pinquity Painting Blog
American Asssociation of gothic culture
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