Pressing Issues

This November, Michigan voters will elect a new Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, at least 29 of 38 State Senators, and 53 of 110 State Representatives. As arts advocates, each of us bear responsibility to inform and educate our political candidates about the importance of the arts, culture and arts education for the future of Michigan.

Visit ArtServe's 2010 Michigan Election Page to find your candidates, view our Election Strategy and Platform, and find out how you can make a difference.

Join us! In the run up to the 2010 Election we will be holding Regional Meeting Update sessions this May/June and September/October in a location near you. These special election focused sessions will provide you with the policy information and resources to ensure that this November the arts count!  Whether you’re an arts supporter, arts educator, artist or represent a cultural organization, this statewide series of local peer gatherings should not be missed. We are holding these sessions in conjunction with and one hour prior to the Michigan Cultural Data Project (MiCDP) training sessions.

We are one of nineteen leading trade organizations supporting the Center for Michigan's 2010 Great Debates initiative which provides Michigan citizens with an in-depth, issues-oriented look at the candidates for governor and leading legislative seats. To learn more visit www.thecenterformichigan.net or read the press release.

Download the Arts Education Advocacy Toolkit! Given the current challenges schools are facing in per pupil funding cuts, we have produced the Arts Education Action Toolkit to address the immediate situation. This kit includes tools that will aid in your efforts to preempt funding cuts to arts education as well as provide reactionary assistance when cuts are being considered in your district.

ARTS EDUCATION ADVOCACY TOOLKIT (PDF)