14-07-2025
Scrape, paint, repeat: D.C.'s never-ending war on graffiti and stickers
In its war against graffiti, stickering and illegally posted signs, the District has found a resilient foe. As fast as the Department of Public Works crews remove the spray-painted tags and slapped-on stickers, more show up to replace them.
The city hasn't lost the fight, but it hasn't won it either. And there is no end in sight.
