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"Mr. Mendoza's Paintbrush" by Luis Alberto Urrea

"Mr. Mendoza's Paintbrush" by Luis Alberto Urrea

Update: 2024-03-192
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The self-proclaimed Graffiti King of Mexico brandishes his magical paintbrush, providing commentary on small-town sins. This story appears in the collection THE WATER MUSEUM. Find more from the author at luisurrea.com.
 


 

Content advisory: sexism, sexual harassment

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"Mr. Mendoza's Paintbrush" by Luis Alberto Urrea

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