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Quote by Eric Drooker

“The poster art over the years, art with social critique in it, has always been on class war theme. It's been trying to make that point - that we are larger than they are. They may have guns and pepper spray and helicopters and F16s and the whole U.S. military on their side, but when it comes down to it, we still have the numbers.”

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Eric Drooker

Eric Drooker is an American painter known for his unique artistic style and rich imagination. His works blend elements of surrealism and street art, often addressing social and political issues. Born in 1958, Drooker began his artistic career in New York City, where he grew up with a passion for art. more

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