The top painting shows how immigrants come to America, where they can accomplish great things and create a better life for themselves and those they love. This idea is paralleled in Zeitoun, where a Syrian immigrant moves to America, overcoming racism and poverty to create a successful life for his family.
The second painting shows how faith ties us all together as Americans. Regardless of what faith that is, and regardless of ethnicity, we are all equal on the most basic level. Zeitoun is a Muslim man, and despite the discrimination that he receives for it, he remains strong in his faith along with his wife Kathy. His faith is part of what defines him, and this strong belief makes him American.
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