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State Investment in the Creative Economy Supports our Workforce
Many rural Wisconsin communities have authentic unique cultures to celebrate, yet they have long contended with an evolving economy that has harmed local industry. Many workers leave Wisconsin seeking opportunities in the “big city.” Investing in the creative economy would help establish “big city” amenities in all of Wisconsin’s communities. Investing in the creative economy will help retain current residents and attract new workers.
Wisconsin Lags Behind Other Midwest Arts Investments
Although Wisconsin has an abundance of creativity in our communities, our cultural infrastructure remains underfunded. Wisconsin is 48th nationally in per-capita funding for arts and culture, according to the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies. This is in stark contrast to our Midwestern neighbors. Wisconsin’s current arts agency spending is $0.18 per capita. By comparison, per capita arts agency spending in Minnesota is over $10 and Illinois is spending over $5.
Investment in the Creative Economy Will Help Wisconsin Grow
Community economic development leaders recognize that arts and culture sustain and attract people and businesses that underpin local economies. They understand that businesses and workers want to be in communities that have thriving local culture that harnesses the arts. Investment is needed to grow local economies, strengthen workforce development, and improve quality of life in all of Wisconsin’s communities.
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