Norman Rockwells view of Ruby Bridges
Norman Rockwell’s painting of Ruby Bridges is one that can be looked at in many different ways. ... The most distinct and obvious one being Ruby, herself. ... The dress not only shows the controversy of the white and black race but the white dress also represents Ruby’s pureness and innocence. ... Things that stand out in the picture the most are the harsh racial slurs that are demonstrated on the wall behind Ruby. ... Also on the wall there is a splattered tomato that has been thrown at Ruby by one of the mob members. ... Marshals are sure of what they are doing you can see little Ruby with her unsure steps and pace. ... As Ruby walks a crack follows her going right through the tomato stain and through the words of hatred, which to me shows that with each step this little girl takes it helps the nation to take a bigger one and stop the discrimination.