Reconstruction of Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, D.C.

SOURCE www.npr.org
Reconstruction of the Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, D.C. began after a Republican bill threatened city funding for the mural. The mural was painted in 2020 as a symbol of the protests following George Floyd's killing. Mayor Muriel Bowser stated that the mural helped the city through a dark time in American history.

Key Points

  • Mural painted in 2020 on 16th Street in Washington, D.C.
  • Republican bill introduced to paint over the mural and rename the area Liberty Plaza
  • Mayor Muriel Bowser stated the mural helped the city through a dark time in American history
  • Plaza reconstruction part of D.C.'s America 250 mural project

Pros

  • Commemorates the protests against the killing of George Floyd
  • Symbol of unity and support for Black Lives Matter movement

Cons

  • Threat of losing federal funds due to a Republican bill targeting the mural