A Biden-Harris Campaign Ad Inspired by Artist Lorraine O’Grady

Today we look at a new book on Loïs Mailou Jones; Sophia Narrett talks about her upcoming show; and S

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Today we look at a new book on Loïs Mailou Jones; Sophia Narrett talks about her upcoming show; and Sotheby’s is being sued for allegedly helping a collector evade taxes. Also, it’s pretty cool that the Biden-Harris campaign reached out to the great Lorraine O’Grady for a new video.– Elisa Wouk Almino, Senior Editor

A Campaign Ad Inspired by Lorraine O’Grady

A screen caption from a new video by the Biden-Harris campaign that references the work of artist Lorraine O’Grady (via YouTube)

Since Joe Biden was announced as the winner of the 2020 presidential election on Saturday, the president-elect’s messaging has called for unity and healing the rifts of a polarized American society. A new video released by the Biden-Harris campaign this past weekend draws inspiration from artist Lorraine O’Grady’s work to articulate this message, with the artist’s blessing.

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