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Meet Artist Behind New Black Lives Matter Mural At Philadelphia Municipal Services Building

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- We're learning more about the artist behind a new mural at Philadelphia's Municipal Services Building. It's a mural inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement.

The artist, Russell Craig, spoke with Eyewitness News photojournalist Tommy Gardiner.

Russell Craig
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"It stands as a reminder because this time will past, this year will pass. The images and things of it will stay. It's not a permanent mural but this moment," Craig said. "As an artist, it's your job to highlight the time. These are trying times. It's my duty."

Watch the video above for the full story.

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