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Roxborough High Battles Hate with Community Support Campaign

1/6/2026

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Roxborough High School in Philadelphia faced racist and antisemitic graffiti over the weekend.
Swastikas and racial slurs were scrawled on the school.
Officials quickly painted over the vandalism.
Community members, including State Rep. Tarik Khan, organized a positive message campaign by chalking supportive phrases on the sidewalk.
The police investigation is ongoing.

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Story summary

Roxborough High School in Philadelphia faced racist and antisemitic graffiti over the weekend.
Swastikas and racial slurs were scrawled on the school.
Officials quickly painted over the vandalism.
Community members, including State Rep. Tarik Khan, organized a positive message campaign by chalking supportive phrases on the sidewalk.
The police investigation is ongoing.