I chose this image because the first time I saw it I felt that it said a whole lot without much illistration or words and I think Gilbert Young did an excellent job of this. I see the wall as an obstacle such as getting equal rights and opportunities for African American's were. The black man who has overcome the wall represents all of those who have paved the way for African American's today who are living as "equals" finally in America. The definition in his arms resembles a strong culture and people who have been through a struggle but are coming out on top and not forgetting about the future generation and others to come after them. Overall I just love this painting and think it represents African Americans in a gratifying way.
Freedom, to me, means being able to live life without restrictions due to race, creed, gender, hue, or sexuality. Having the opportunity to hold positions with power and not being judged based on your genetic make up, religion, or sexuality. Being able to express yourself freely and go and do anything without feeling as though your well being is in danger or paranoid about what could happen if someone who doesn't like you, because of your make up, will harm you. Freedom is a word that has multiple meanings and I could go on for days trying to make sure I include every possible thing but the bottom line is having free will and not being confined or restrained from being happy, successful and living a natural life.
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