Jen Catron and Paul Outlaw How do we discuss a tragedy and a conspiracy? 2018
resin and acrylic paint 24 x 15 x 2.5 inches (61 x 38 x 6.3 cm)
Following the shooting of Sandy Hook, many conspiracy theorists such as Alex Jones, an
avid gun rights advocate, proclaimed the shooting to be a complete fabrication, concocted
by gun control advocates and liberal media. The children were actors, the parents were
faking. Donald Trump subsequently praised Alex Jones lavishly on his radio show while on
his campaign, giving further backing to the man behind the conspiracy theory. The
conspiracy theory to this day continues to fester, causing some families of the victims to
move in order to avoid the followers of the conspiracy theory harassment and death
threats. This piece, though small in nature, is a tribute not only to the victims, but to the
continuing reminders of pain the families endure.
|