Diop Harris

candidate for U.S. Representative from Michigan CD 4

Public art should not only be reserved for downtown districts, wealthy communities, or institutions with large budgets. As a candidate for Congress, I believe federal investment can help expand access to public art in rural communities, small towns, tribal communities, and working-class neighborhoods that are too often overlooked. I support strengthening federal arts funding and exploring a federal “Percent for Art” approach that dedicates a small portion of eligible federally funded construction and community development projects to public art, cultural interpretation, and placemaking efforts. 2026

Leighton Rockafellow Jr.

candidate for Tucson Ward 6

Tucson is a shining example of how public art can shape a city’s persona. If elected, I would work to promote our murals and public art as a tourist attraction. I will work to bolster the relationship between the city and existing non-profit organizations such as the Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona. City funded projects should always include elements of public art, preferably from local artists. 2025

Julia Salazar

candidate for New York State Senate District 18

Artists have always been there to chronicle political movements and moments of great upheaval. Their work is no less important in the digital age. It’s my honor to be supported by the Public Arts Commission and all artists who believe in aiding the fight for social justice with the power of art. 2018