How can art make community out of conflict, and help us see the world with a little more color and empathy?  Throughout this tumultuous past year in American history, Arizona artist Ann Morton has led a decidedly non-radical protest: “The Violet Protest.” She, and thousands of collaborators from all 50 states, wove opposing colors—blue and red—together to make a harmonious whole. In this episode, we dive into that project and the larger issue of division and political polarization. We’ll hear from a political scientist, philosopher of art, museum CEO, and several everyday people that have experienced the protest in person at the Phoenix Art Museum. 

 

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How can art make community out of conflict, and help us see the world with a little more color and empathy? &nbsp;Throughout this tumultuous past year in American history, Arizona artist Ann Morton has led a decidedly non-radical protest: &ldquo;The Violet Protest.&rdquo; She, and thousands of collaborators from all 50 states, wove opposing colors&mdash;blue and red&mdash;together to make a harmonious whole. In this episode, we dive into that project and the larger issue of division and political polarization. We&rsquo;ll hear from a political scientist, philosopher of art, museum CEO, and several everyday people that have experienced the protest in person at the Phoenix Art Museum.&nbsp;
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Let us know what you think. Please take our survey (https://heararizona.org/survey).&nbsp;

Local arts and culture groups entertain us, connect our communities, and help attract new businesses and residents to Arizona. Nonprofit arts organizations were in a precarious situation before the virus altered our world. Now, they are adapting to new methods of providing services while trying to remain relevant. State of the Arts Arizona focuses on how arts nonprofits are connecting with us no matter what the circumstances. This arts and culture podcast series is supported by  Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust.

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