This week the Memorial Mural for those murdered by police in the Bay Area was restored after being disrespected.

As we all know, memorials are sacred and should be defended by everyone out of respect to the dead, their families and the greater movement against racial prejudice, trans-phobia and police brutality. This transcends graffiti politics and involves everyone.

Having the opportunity to display a political mural is very rare. The city, the police, and vigilantes are constantly trying to remove these murals.

If you are new to the Bay Area, please familiarize yourself with local history.

LEARN ABOUT THESE PEOPLE:

Gary King Jr.

Brandy Martell

Oscar Grant

Alan Blueford

Kenneth Harding Jr.

Mario Romero

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