2008 Legislative Candidates
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State Senate - 10th Senate District candidates
Sheila Harsdorf (R) - incumbent
Alison Page (D)
Sheila
Harsdorf
Question #1
Music - x
Dance - x
Visual Arts - x
Comments - I enjoy opportunities to experience the arts, concerts, plays
and seeing the work of local artists. We are fortunate to have numerous
art activities and artists living in our area communities.
Question #2
I believe given our rich interest and involvement by artists and residents
in our region, we have tremendous opportunities in developing and expanding
the arts. Active, local artist organizations like CAB along with premier
art centers like the Phipps Center, Mabel Tainter Theater and the Northern
Lakes Center for the Arts, provide a good foundation. I believe partnering
with artists and organizations, schools, chambers and other community
organizations are critical to fostering arts in helping to grow tourism.
Question #3
I would consider supporting within the constraints of the budget.
Question #4
I believe the arts are an important component in providing a quality,
well-rounded education. Additionally, while the global economy will value
new technological skills for success, creativity complements these skills
in a fashion that can help us succeed.
Question #5
I support local initiatives on this matter.
Alison
Page
www.pageforsenate.com
Question #1
Theater - X
Music - X
Dance - X
Visual Arts - X
Question #2
Small business is the backbone of our economy, and the arts are at the
core of many small businesses in the region. One of the biggest challenges
facing small business owners like artists is health care coverage. Supporting
small business owners by making access to affordable health care a priority
will enable the artists of the region to continue their valuable work,
and will also attract new artists to Wisconsin. In addition, we have many
opportunities to work within schools to instill an appreciation for the
arts and support artistic creativity in the next generation, helping to
incorporate art as a cornerstone of our state and regional economy.
Question #3
I recognize the impoprtance of the arts in our future economy and would
anticipate that the return on this investment would be high. As a State
Senator I would need to see the evidence to confirm this and weigh this
against other opportunities.
Question #4
The arts are an integral part of the overall education of all Wisconsin
students. Art can and shoudl be incorporated into education of Wisconsin
srudents.
Question #5
Yes.