Vermont Business Magazine Today, Sue Minter for Vermont announced support from artists and authors from across Vermont. “Our vibrant creative economy is a cornerstone of Vermont that I will champion as governor,” said Minter. She notes that Vermont is ranked #2 in the country for the number of visual artists and writers per capita. “I’m proud to have the support of so many artists whose work I admire and who have enriched all of our lives.”
Vermont’s arts sector employs over 7,400 people and generates sales of $551 million, according to a 2014 study. The total amount of compensation paid by the creative industry is over $158 million, generating nearly $15 million in taxes. Some 85 percent of Vermonters say that arts are an important part of their lives.
Chris Bohjalian, a bestselling author and resident of Lincoln, Vermont, said, “Art is a little bit like politics. When it has integrity, it’s hard and it can make a difference; when it’s fearless, it can open people’s eyes and make the world a better place. I’m supporting Sue Minter for Governor because I trust her moral compass and I respect her moral authority. She’ll make a powerful and positive difference in Vermont.”
Artist & Author Endorsers:
Allison Bechdel, cartoonist
Victoria Blewer, photographer
Chris Bohjalian, author
Elliot Burg, photographer
August Burns, artist
Cornelia Carey, arts administrator
Chris Curtis, sculptor
Stella Ehrich, painter
Sabra Field, artist
Jamaica Kincaid, author
Katherine Paterson, author
Jan Reynolds, author
Tari Swenson, artist
Sarah-Lee Terrat, artist
Source: Minter 7.12.2016