Culture war over art funding and NEA scrutiny intensifies
The piece argues against subsidizing cultural decadence, cites museum exhibits provoking protest in Chicago and nationwide controversy over NEA funding. It notes Walter Dudgcz a state senator, NEA grants cited at 156 million for 1988, and calls for delaying NEA leadership until blasphemy and degradation in art are fully aired.
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Chicago
Art Institute
Walter Dudgcz
Washington
National Endowment For the Arts
Andreas Serrano
Texas
Dick Armey
Jesse Helms
al D’amato
Washington, D.C
Corcoran
Robert Mapplethorpe
Bush
NEA
The Dividing Line on Art and Government Spending
The piece condemns anti-American and anti-Christian art in U S museums and public spaces. It argues public funding has subsidized trash art, calls for replacing the artistic elite, and urges shutting down the NEA if it cannot elevate standards. It cites critics like James F Cooper and critiques of public broadcasting reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Museum of Modern Art
Whitney Museum
General Services Administration
United States
James F. Cooper
New York City Tribune
Medicis
Michaelangelo
Raphael
Leonar
Bush
D.C
America
Reagan
NEA
Angola Cease-Fire Signals Path to Free Elections
Major event in Africa as Angola’s President Jose Eduardo dos Santos and UNITA leader Jonas Savimbi sign a cease-fire after 14 years of war costing over 100,000 lives. The move, backed by the United States, hints at national reconciliation, amnesty for UNITA, and possible recognition and democratic elections, though post-cease-fire details remain unsettled. Washington’s role and Cuban troop withdrawal are pivotal as talks continue with U.S. officials shaping the next steps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mobutu Sese Seko
Zaire
Angola
UNITA
Jose Eduardo Dos Santos
Jonas Savimbi
Dos Santos
Savimbi
United States
Washington
Herman Cohen
U.S
Bush
Mobutu
Bush Honeymoon With Congress Aims for Bipartisan Ties
President Bush pursues conciliation with Congress in a bipartisan approach. He has held numerous joint meetings with leaders from both parties, earning praise for including Democrats on key issues and avoiding open confrontation.
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Washington
Bush
Congress
Pennsylvania Avenue
Ronald Reagan
Four Lane Route 2 Urged for Dixon Sterling Area
Community leaders and area law enforcement urge upgrading Illinois Route 2 from Dixon to Sterling to a four lane highway. They cite 8000 to 10000 vehicles daily and safety concerns, backing efforts with support from Rep. Olson and Sen. Rigney. Residents urged to write Gov. Thompson with letters to local papers.
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Illinois
Myron Olson
Harlan Rigney
James Thompson
Dixon
Sterling
Richard Pratt
Pratt
Lee County
Tim Bivins
Bivins
Sauk Valley Community College
Sinnissippi Mental Health Center
Sauk
Brandywine Lodge
Rock Falls
Dixon Correctional Center
Ill
4 H Report to State selects Terri Pauser from Dixon group
Terri Pauser, 17, named to the 4 H Report to State team from Dixon area youths. She will serve as public relations ambassador for one year, promoting 4 H in Northern Illinois to donors and sponsors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terri Pauser
Northern
Illinois
Dixon
Boys State
Springfield
Rich Edelson
David Deets
Dix
37th District pen. Calvin Schuneman 306 Washington St Prophetstown
Calvin Schuneman of 306 Washington Street Prophetstown 61277 appears in a 37th District filing or notice. The entry provides a residential address and name with no further context or action.
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Calvin Schuneman
Washington St. Prophetstown
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Myron Olson O. Box
First St. Dixon
Nec
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Park Place
Spring Valley
Rep
Richard Mulcahey
Center St
Durand
Dixon Telegraph
Alexis de Tocqueville
William E. Shaw
Mike Chapman
C. A. Maronich
Ken Brown
Sandy Burke
Brian Olmsted
Louise Brass
Lori Fagan
Patty Gluntz
Clark Kelly
Donna Lessman
Chip Marshall
Jerry Pauser
Jim Nelson
Ed Bushman
Donna Boatman
Laura Butler
Deana Heintzel
Elizabeth Lovett
Diane Shehorn
Grece
Rhonda Klavenga
Jane Monroe
Bernadine Willstead
Tracey L
Montgomery
Edwin E. Smith Jr
Kim Sorensen
Botemer
Trina Rebly
Scott Brown
Lee
Mennagee
Gunars Kulikovskis
Richard Devine
Robert Dogwiler
Rosemary Flowers
Robert Gorman
John Jacobs
Dick Kibble
Joe Leadman
Angela Bester
Robert Fenwick
Bruce Belman
Dave Johnson
Maria Nicholson
Jo Anne Mills
Carol Hemminger
Barbara Maves
Carole Houck
Joanne Smith
Delbert Pitman
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