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“There are too many bad policy choices to go into that are being pushed by the Trump Administration, but the relaxation of environmental regulations and corporate and banking regulations alone are enough to keep me busy and should be a big concern for every citizen who isn't a billionaire and likes to breathe air.”

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Shepard Fairey
Shepard Fairey

Shepard Fairey is a contemporary artist famous for his 'Andre the Giant Has a Posse' poster and the 'Hope' poster of Barack Obama. Born on February 15, 1970, Fairey's work often features bold, stylized imagery and political commentary. more

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