peace. They have had 16 exhibitions on five continents, and their only visit to the Americas and their last stop is in Buenos Aires.There is one bear for every country recognized by the United Nations, and the exhibit promotes the idea of living in peace and harmony.
The exhibition placard reads, "The Buddy Bears stand together hand in hand in a peaceful circle,
promoting tolerance and understanding among different nations, cultures and religions. The diverse design of the Buddy Bears - always typical for the respective countries - enables the visitors to experience a journey around the globe."It is a fascinating exhibit. Some bears brought a tear to my eye. Other bears made me raise an eyebrow. I wonder what the selection process was in each country to pick the artist that would paint the bear...
The U.S. bear was painted as Lady Liberty, which my sister liked a lot for being very representative of our country without being too overstated. Ian wasn't a fan, hoping for something a little more creative. I liked it, though found it a little ironic considering the flaming hoops we make immigrants and visitors from other countries jump through to get into the U.S. Does Emma Lazarus' dedication to Lady Liberty still ring true? Or are we the brazen giant we once deplored?The New Colossus
Not like the brazen giant of Greek fame,
With conquering limbs astride from land to land;
Here at our sea-washed, sunset gates shall stand
A mighty woman with a torch, whose flame
Is the imprisoned lightning, and her name
Mother of Exiles. From her beacon-hand
Glows world-wide welcome; her mild eyes command
The air-bridged harbor that twin cities frame.
"Keep ancient lands, your storied pomp!" cries she
With silent lips. "Give me your tired, your poor,
Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free,
The wretched refuse of your teeming shore.
Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me,
I lift my lamp beside the golden door!"
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