Monthly Archives: January 2017

Support for the Arts

Posted on January 30, 2017 by lindaessig

The phrase “government support for the arts” is often understood to mean, “funding for the arts,” and by extension, at least for some, “funding for the National Endowment for the Arts.” This last made headlines last week when reports surfaced … Continue reading →

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The End of a (Really Long) Era

Posted on January 15, 2017 by lindaessig

Like many people, I was stunned by yesterday’s news that the Ringling Bros & Barnum & Bailey Circus will be closing up shop at the end of its current season. I have long credited Ringling Bros for kindling my interest … Continue reading →

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LA LA Land of Broken Dreams

Posted on January 8, 2017 by lindaessig

La La Land has gotten a lot of very good press and tonight may be awarded the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture comedy or musical. I, on the other hand, left the theatre saying “meh, but the costume design … Continue reading →

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Universal Basic Income

Posted on January 2, 2017 by lindaessig

News that Scotland is considering implementing a universal basic income (UBI) scheme came just as I was finishing reading Ryan Avent’s excellent The Wealth of Humans . as background for my sabbatical project. Avent is a proponent of UBI, while also recognizing … Continue reading →

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