High Crimes and Misdemeanors WAS a 48 by 40-inch acrylic on canvas painting of the shredded American battle flag.
Step into a world of poignant symbolism with "High Crimes and Misdemeanors," the second masterpiece in a captivating trilogy by the renowned "Flags of America Artist." This painting delves deep into the heart of America's identity, presenting a shredded American Battle flag as both a canvas and a mirror reflecting the complexities of our time.
As the artist's second exploration into the realm of flags, "High Crimes and Misdemeanors" establishes a powerful narrative, earning the artist a well-deserved reputation as a master of the genre. The American flag in this piece serves as a potent symbol, representing the collective identity of "We the People of The United States."
The deliberate tearing of the flag from the left creates a visual metaphor for the divisions that pervade our society. Within the tattered stripes, words, and concepts of division are meticulously woven with blood-red threads, some echoing Biblical warnings. Each shred tells a story of the fractures and separations that have become an intrinsic part of our national fabric.
At the composition's heart, the flag is bound to a spear, a contemporary emblem of the ongoing battle between cultural forces within the United States. "High Crimes and Misdemeanors" captures the essence of our current state, where societal fragmentation is a palpable reality, with tribes forming along various lines.
Yet, amidst the chaos, the artist invites contemplation on the nature of division. Not all division is inherently negative; the painting encourages viewers to discern between truth and lies, good and evil. It is a call to segregate the destructive forces that threaten our unity while urging a collective commitment to love and respect for one another.
The piece is a stark reminder that a nation cannot thrive when it turns a blind eye to divisive tactics, whether propagated by public servants or external adversaries. To do so is akin to national suicide. "High Crimes and Misdemeanors" challenges us to confront the fractures in our society head-on, fostering a dialogue that transcends tribalism and builds bridges toward a united, stronger America.
Words that Divide Painted in the Treads of this Flag are:
• Tribalism
• Political Correctness
• Social Engineering
• Hidden Agendas
• “Rules for Radicals,”
• Progressive Socialism
• Fear
• Progressive Fascism
• Dissension
• Hateful Debates
• Biased Media
• Spin
• Propaganda
• Revisionist History
• Selfish Ambition
• Career Politicians
• Unelected Czars
• Power Over the People
• Voter Fraud
• Blackmail
• Lying
• False Witness
• Welfare
• Slavery
• Social Justice
• Arrogance
• Anger
• Hate/Hatred
• Discord
• Apathy
• Ignorance
• Low Standards
• No Shame
• Wild Living
• Drunkenness
• Greed
• Self Interest
• Cheating
• Stealing
• Abortion
• Human Trafficking
• Lust
• Impurity
• Pornography
• Sexual Immorality
• Adultery
• Homosexuality
• Terrorism
• Murder
• Envy
• Jealousy
• High Debt
• Monetized Debt
• Idolatry
• Witch Craft