On Hoboken resident sent me this email advocating for the arts as a part of the upcoming Federal stiumlus package Advocated by Barack Obama and Democrats in Congress:
Why should Wall Street get it all?
Congress is discussing an essential emergency stimulus package for the
arts this week. Can you take a sec and fill out this oh-so-easy arts
advocacy email which will automatically be sent to your Congressional
reps?
http://capwiz.com/artsusa/issues/alert/?alertid=12426636&type=CO
Why should Wall Street get it all?
Congress is discussing an essential emergency stimulus package for the
arts this week. Can you take a sec and fill out this oh-so-easy arts
advocacy email which will automatically be sent to your Congressional
reps?
http://capwiz.com/artsusa/issues/alert/?alertid=12426636&type=CO
Here is a blurb from that site:
Federal: Urge Congress to Include the Arts in the National Economic Recovery Plan Write to your Members Today!
The arts are essential to the health and vitality of our communities. They enhance community development; spur urban renewal; attract new businesses; draw tourism dollars; and create an environment that attracts skilled, educated workers and builds a robust 21st century workforce. As Congress considers the American Recovery and Reinvestment Plan, urge them to include the arts and culture so that they can continue to help revitalize America's economy.
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We have provided several talking points to help you craft your letter. To use a talking point, simply click the red arrow and the text will be inserted in your letter. You are not required to use all of the talking points. You are strongly urged to offer your own thoughts, stories, and examples to help illustrate the vital need to include the arts and culture sector in national economic recovery efforts.
My take: I do feel the Federal Government needs to support the arts. I would however like to see the initial round of money go to infrastucture like bridges and roads but even more importantly susbtainable forms of energy and new public transportation. The Arts should get their share but the infrastructure needs should have priority since they have the ability to create jobs now and jump start the economy.
