For this part of our PBL, we made our version of Guernica about a world issue with a group. My group chose the issue of vaping, but beforehand, I created a sketch about political polarization.

After finishing our big painted version, we also recorded a video artist statement, shown to the right.

Political polarization is tearing our societies all over the world apart, making it harder for people to work together and solve essential issues. In the United States, opposing political sides have become so divided that they often refuse to listen to each other, leading to constant conflict and gridlock in the government. This poster highlights the dangers of extreme division by showing the Capitol building (one of the most important symbols of democracy) split in half with lightning. The two shadowy figures, red and blue, represent political opponents who are so focused on fighting each other that they don’t see the bigger picture. The message asks voters to consider, “Who benefits from your division?” This question encourages people to think critically about how political conflicts are often fueled by outside influences, such as the media, politicians, or corporations that profit from division. Instead of falling into the trap of extreme opposition, voters should focus on unity, understanding, and real solutions.