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    Artist Hank Willis Thomas threads US flags with prison uniforms

    How can the “land of the free” also be home to the world’s largest prison population? This question, and others like it, serve as the backbone for “ Another Justice: Divided We Stand ,” a new art exhibition at Kayne Griffin gallery in Mid-Wilshire.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • Dec 7, 2021 • 6m Listen

    How can the “land of the free” also be home to the world’s largest prison population? This question, and others like it, serve as the backbone for “Another Justice: Divided We Stand,” a new art exhibition at Kayne Griffin gallery in Mid-Wilshire. Artist Hank Willis Thomas literally and figuratively explores the fabrics of the nation through art made out of American flags and prison uniforms.

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    LA car dealerships gain record profits due to supply chain issues
    1. 0:00Why are new cars so expensive right now?
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    3. 18:19Artist Hank Willis Thomas threads US flags with prison uniformsYou’re reading this
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