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The Politics of Creativity

The Politics of Creativity

Why Liberals Excel in the Arts and How Conservatives Can Reclaim Their Aesthetic Legacy.

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Jan 03, 2025
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The current right-wing establishment has essentially no innovative artistic expression.

In the 19th century, conservative values often aligned with traditional artistic forms emphasizing order, harmony, and realism. The Aesthetic Movement, which emerged in the latter half of the century, sought to prioritize beauty and "art for art's sake," challenging t…

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