The Atlantic – The Rivalry that Defines America 2022

Owen Gent’s 2022 illustration, “The Atlantic - The Rivalry that Defines America”, is a powerful visual commentary on the ongoing tension between the two major political parties in the United States. The artwork depicts two figures, representing Democrats and Republicans, engaged in a tug-of-war, symbolizing the fierce competition and rivalry that defines American politics. The figures are bound by red ropes, suggesting the interconnectedness of the two parties, and the background depicts a swirling mass of lines, hinting at the complex and interwoven nature of political discourse in the US.