Contemporary American discourse is dominated by extremes, and news and social media fuel divisiveness and polarization. What other colors emerge when we explore the gradient between red and blue? We hope quilting the U.S. Capitol (a controversial symbol of democracy as well as a local landmark for us) in these colors, these shades of purple, offers a counterpoint to red vs. blue portrayals of American politics, culture, and society. Our political colors range from red to blue and everything in between. Our hope is that instead of arming yourself in your team’s color, recognizing connections between our beliefs and values might strengthn the resilience of the American Gradation.
