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Let Them Entertain Us

The Europeans | European news, politics and culture

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Art and Culture Are Important for Democracies

Criticism of contentious appointments for key positions is widespread across many institutions, including the national film archive and audiovisial institute. The law and justice parties influence ing cultural institutions just seems to be getting deeper and deeper each year. But all of this is to say that art and culture are important for democracy. Art has always been free when democracies are functioning properly.Art works as a mirror for our society, for our politics, for our lives. It helps bring awareness to the complex issues and stories of our society.

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