By now you've probably seen them, the signs — large, small, colorful or simply black and white — with the words "Black Lives Matter." They've become a familiar sight since the wave of Black Lives Matter street protests after George Floyd was killed by a now-former Minneapolis police officer. Since then, Americans, some who never protested before, have signaled their support for antiracism efforts by displaying Black Lives Matter signs on their lawn, in store windows, and as banners on churches and community buildings.

But there's also been an angry response to the displays, with many incidents of stolen or vandalized Black Lives Matter yard signs and banners, often accompanied with sinister messages. What has inspired white people, particularly, to post ‘Black Lives Matter’ signs on their property in the first place? And how have some of these local residents responded to the vandalism?

Guests:

Emma Hollander, managing partner of Trina’s Starlite Lounge in Somerville.

Andrea Markarian Jones, World language teacher at Malden Public Schools.

Melanie Brown, software developer and member of the Arlington Human Rights Commission.

Later in the show - Book Club: 'Leave It As It Is: A Journey Through Theodore Roosevelt’s American Wilderness'

For the last eight months, Americans have found solace from the limitations of COVID-19 in the outdoors. Many of them enjoy a new appreciation for the country’s variety of national parks and monuments. But, it’s fair to say that most may not know they owe a great debt to the nature loving American President Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt. Or that his life’s work to preserve public lands is the foundation of today’s environmental movement. Author David Gessner details this legacy in his book, “Leave It As It Is: A Journey Through Theodore Roosevelt’s American Wilderness.” It’s our November selection for “Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club.”

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SHOW CREDITS:

Under the Radar with Callie Crossley is a production of GBH, produced by Hannah Uebele and engineered by Dave Goodman.

Kate Dario is our intern.