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I disagree* The arts contribute to a thriving state economy
* The arts define our collective sense of place and identity as Georgians
* Arts integration is essential to educating the next generation of entrepreneurs, leaders, inventors, and creative problem-solvers that will make us a leader in the global economy
* Arts and culture drive tourism, create jobs, revitalize communities, and attract new businesses to our state
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I disagreeADVOCATE: Act as a catalyst for increased public awareness of the value of the arts and of Georgia's rich cultural heritage
27 votes
I disagreeINVEST: Invest in the sustainability and advancement of Georgia's creative sector
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I disagreeThe mission of the Georgia Council for the Arts is to cultivate the growth of vibrant, thriving Georgia communities through the arts.
25 votes
I disagreeECONOMIC IMPACT: Utilize the arts to promote Georgia's economic growth
19 votes
I disagreeReaching out to smaller rural communities who do not have access to theaters,museums,gallers, concerts etcetra. Helping underserved communities have oppurtunities for establishing the arts for education and econmic development and tourism
13 votes
I disagreeCOMMUNITY IMPACT: Support strong connections between artists, arts organizations and the public resulting in dynamic communities and opportunities for all Georgia to experience, participate in and express themselves through the arts.
8 votes
I disagreeEducate the arts community and the general public about funding alternatives like the fractional tax, the income tax refund checkoff and the sale of a Georgia arts tag. Reseach and develop other sustainable alternatives.
6 votes
I disagreeHave visiting artists meet in communities to strategize how it can be a financial asset to their area and how it would help the tourism asset.
4 votes
I disagreeConflating Metro Atlanta Cultural activities with the arts has resulted in reduces resources to support the arts. Efforts must be taken to insure that the funds provided to support the arts services are not exhausted supporting studies and advocacy activities which siphon funds away from arts organizations.
3 votes
I disagreeRecommend to the Governor that he act with the House leadership to support the re establishment of a House Committee on
Arts and Culture with restoration of arts funding as a priority.
0 votes
I disagreeIn addition to the GCA Strategic Arts Plan, work with the state arts community to develop a State Cultural Plan which will include participation by the state arts agency, the state non profit arts community and the for profit creative industry in Georgia.
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