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Why Banksy’s Art Is Such a Deadly Political Weapon

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Banksy’s latest work—relating to the tear-gassing of migrants in Calais by French police—highlights his skill for crafting pieces of piercing, immediate relevance.

Lizzie Crocker
Lizzie Crocker
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Lizzie Crocker

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