Artists melted a ton of ice spelling out the word “truth” in the shadow of the US Capitol on Saturday, in a poetic protest at the caustic state of politics in the era of “fake news” under President Donald Trump. “Truth Be Told,” measuring 10 feet wide by seven feet tall, is the sixth sculpture in the “Melted Away” series launched in 2006 by artist duo LigoranoReese. Marshall Reese and Nora Ligorano, both 62 years old, have collaborated on art projects for nearly four decades, including woven fiber optic mesh, video and new media in clocks, mirrors and books. Their other temporary monuments shaped out of ice have included the words “democracy,” “economy,” “middle class,” “the future” and “the American dream.” Published in Daily Times, September 24th 2018.