When: closing September 9, 2018 (today)
I actually saw this photograph a while ago, and life has prevented me from posting until now. The past few weeks have been rough in terms of museum visits; I've had foot problems, the weather has been either super humid or rainy and work has been frantic. But tomorrow begins a new week, and I'm hoping I will get the chance to see something wonderful I can share with you next weekend.
There were a large number of people looking at this portrait when I was there; no surprise. There was also a condolence book, which I don't believe I've seen before. I have mixed feelings about McCain, and I think people are romanticizing him and what his death means for American politics.
Yes, he would cross the aisle to support legislation from time to time, but the rancor in Washington has existed for a long time now; I don't remember the Reagan administration as some sort of bastion of good behavior. And remember, if you've heard of Sarah Palin, it's because of John McCain.
On the other hand, he wasn't a megalomaniac who requires a constant spotlight and a parade of sycophants to sing his praises 24/7, so you've got to give him that.
McCain said, perhaps in his autobiography, that he was honored to have played a small part in the nation's history, and this photograph seems a visual representation of that. He is surrounded by the Capitol building's columns, which tower over him, as if to remind the viewer that no one person is greater than the country itself.
Verdict: Worth a look, if you're out in today's wet weather.
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