The concept for this painting was given to me by my friend Dinesh D'Souza. Over 600 American citizens have been detained since January 6, 2021 for the storming of the US Capitol. Many have been placed in solitary confinement.
What has become of our country when they choose to fight against its own people? When riots ensue that burn down entire blocks and are excused, yet Americans waving flags march in protest to the US capitol are thrown in jail in such a manner? What about Ashli Babbitt? Many Americans today feel that they have been denied their Constitutional rights and freedoms and are isolated and forgotten, in essence, placed in a solitary confinement. The important part of this painting is the dates scratched into the wall of the prison cell. I pray for America and what she has become. -- Jon McNaughton
