Peter Torkildsen: “I think that is what this amendment does. I think some of the critics…”

On the recordJuly 17, 1995

I think that is what this amendment does. I think some of the critics of NEA have legitimate points, but those criticisms have been addressed. Obscenity is no longer fundable, as it should not be. Certainly, that is progress that has been made in this area. But while grants are talked about for NEA funding, most people do not realize far more funding goes to education programs. Consider the NEA places thousands of teachers in schools to teach young people art. I understand the gentleman's concern for budget restraints. I urge Members to vote against this amendment and support responsible funding for the arts.

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Peter Torkildsen

Republican · Massachusetts

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Addressing an amendment related to funding for the National Endowment for the Arts.

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