The military has more than 130 bands with more than 6000 musicians, costing about a half-billion dollars a year. Meanwhile the National Endowment for the Arts gets $155M, a paltry amount compared to other advanced democracies. Arts & artists should be robustly funded & supported!

Oct 25, 2019 · 12:55 AM UTC

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THIS!
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Did not know that.
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SOUNDS LIKE THEY ARE WHILE SERVING IN THE MILITARY.
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The NEA is a sound investment that enriches our culture. theguardian.com/artanddesign…
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I support military bands, as a musician & instructor myself I know the military is a great option for people who don't have enough money to join a university. But yes, money shouldn't be a barrier to pursuing a creative passion. Artists should know they aren't going to starve.
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Are the military musicians not artists?
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But not with tax dollars
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You already are relying on military cuts for your other policy promises. Quit lying about how much we can offer without massive taxes or massive debt. Yes, I agree that spending should be cut, but why not have it go towards the debt or social security?
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Although to be fair, the Army bands have a second mission: they provide guard duty support at POW camps. But, I take your point and agree; arts and humanities funding needs more support.
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Through the local community, not through the "State."
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