In April the nonprofit group Albus Cavus (latin for “White Cave“) began a public art project called Give Me a Vote to raise awareness on the lack of Congressional representation for the District.  To educate and inspire citizens on this issue with partner DC Vote, their artists are creating 100 gigantic hand sculptures that will be planted throughout the city. You might have seen some of these colorful palms outside Busboys & Poets on 14th Street or at the N Street festival earlier in August, where I caught DECOY with a blue & gold version. If you spot the hands and post any pictures to their Flickr group, leave us a note and a link in the comments.  We’d like to see them.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton can’t vote on final legislation in Congress, but like Albus Cavus she’s pressing the flesh to get us representation. You can also participate in Give Me a Vote by decorating a sculpture or displaying one at your home or business.  Visit the Albus Cavus website to see how you can raise a hand.

Photo Credits: Joshua Yospyn (please ask permission to use our images)

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