CULTURE CZAR? THE CONVERSATION ON CHANGE.GOV
“If, in fact, we believe that the arts are and should be integral to our society, why not elevate this important concept by appointing an arts and culture cabinet position? This advisor would make recommendations to all branches of government as to the health and vibrancy of the arts in all aspects of US society: education, industry, business, and government. Although this would not mean to promote a particular viewpoint of the arts, (religious, political or secular), it would provide government acknowledement that the arts is an important element of this society and to support it through tax incentives, (blind) grant programs and other other means.” Read More.