Illustration by Nikkolas Smith showing a young Black girl viewed from behind, standing in front of the exterior wall of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The engraved name of the building is partially visible on the pale stone surface. The girl raises her right arm, holding a thick black rectangular bar that she presses across part of the text, visually redacting it. She wears purple-accented clothing and bracelets, with her hair styled in braids tied with purple bands. Sunlight reflects off the stone wall behind her, creating a bright contrast with the dark redaction mark. The image conveys themes of intention, accountability, renewal, and the power to decide what should no longer remain visible.
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Starting a list of things that need to be Redacted in 2026...
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