Yet another letter to the Editor.
2008.09.25 - 2:55 PM
As a 22 year old ex street youth and artist, I am deeply offended by Mr. Harpers comments and subsequent 'war' on the arts. It is completely appalling to think that our prime minster is so out of touch with reality. His comments about 'a bunch of rich people at a gala', couldn't be further from the truth. Most 'real' artists are struggling individuals faced with multiple barriers including poverty, homelessness and mental health issues. Without the help of arts programming, I would still be homeless. I am seeing more and more cuts to vital arts programming because of this Harper government. I think its time he opened his eyes to what is really going on.
Fraggle - make a one minute video elaborating on what you have written here and post it here on HN.
And that's not it, let's also send it to media outlets and the competing political parties. The election is on Oct. 14th. Let's make a difference.
Good call! I was going to bring this up at the next workshop (tomorrow) and see if we could maybe even get a collaboration from different artists throughout the DTES and lower mainland.
better to die on your feet then live on your knees
perfect. i will see you tomorrow fraggle.
i may be a few minutes late as there is a memorial tomorrow.