As promised, Obama's American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, better known as the infamous stimulus plan, has reached the arts. The National Endowment for the Arts will be distributing 50 million dollars to arts organizations across the nation. California is one of the many states to reap the benefits of stimulus monies and quite frankly, it couldn't come at a better time. The state has been given approximately 4.45 million dollars to ensure the sustainability of local arts organizations. These funds will not only be used to preserve and generate employment, but the money will also be applied to future programming ventures. 50 million may not seem like a lot considering the needs of these organizations, but it is definitely a step in the right direction. Bravo Mr. Obama, bravo.
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