Racism Takes the Center Stage in Florida as Pastors Arrested Over Black History Mural Removal.

Racism Takes the Center Stage in Florida as Pastors Arrested Over Black History Mural Removal.

In the USA.

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In Republican-led Florida, many are witnessing changes that echo Trump-era policies—especially when it comes to how African American history is treated.

Two pastors were arrested in St. Petersburg while peacefully protesting the removal of a “Black History Matters” mural.

Reverend Andy Oliver and Minister Benedict Atherton-Zeman knelt in prayer on the mural outside the Woodson African American Museum as state workers arrived to paint over it.

The mural was targeted under Governor Ron DeSantis’ directive to eliminate “non-standard” road art. Officials claimed the removal was meant to reduce distractions, but critics argue it’s part of a broader effort to suppress Black cultural expression.

The pastors refused to move when asked by police and were charged with misdemeanor resisting.

After posting bail, they returned to the site, declaring that Black history cannot be erased by paint.

This incident has sparked outrage among activists and community leaders, who say it reflects a growing trend of erasure and censorship.

In a state where history is being rewritten, resistance is becoming a sacred act.

Yetunde B reports for Yeyetunde’s Blog.