‘Opening Up a Can of Worms’: New Jersey Mural with Raised Fist Painted Over After Local Official and Residents Argue It’s Too Political, Want Something That ‘Promotes Happiness’ Instead
A New Jersey mural featuring a Black raised fist was partially painted over after a local official objected to the symbolism. The “Raise Your Voice” mural was painted on the Garden State Parkway underpass in Passaic County last week by a group of 15 young people who had obtained permission from city officials before painting….