How to Block Trump Arts Cuts? Groups Look for G.O.P. Help.
'The phone calls and emails began coming in a few weeks ago to the Nebraska congressional delegation — all Republicans, and all potentially crucial to an expected fight over the very existence of the National Endowments for the Arts and the Humanities under President Trump.
The offices of Senators Ben Sasse and Deb Fischer and Representative Don Bacon heard from Erika Overturff, artistic director of Ballet Nebraska in Omaha.
Morrie Enders, who runs the Lincoln Community Playhouse, called the senators and Representative Jeff Fortenberry.
Andrew Norman, who promotes local music at a nonprofit called Hear Nebraska, put all five of the state’s federal lawmakers on speed dial.'>>>
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