Govemment funding of the arts such as music and theate has been a controversial issue for many years. People believe that the tax money they pay to the government Should be invested in something more useful to the people, which is public services. Personally, I believe. that both art and public service bring different benefits to society, so government should invest in both
On the one hand, it is important to note that are plays an important role in presenting national identity Without government support, some traditional art forms such as Cai Luong may be lost because young. generation-prel nowaday prefer pop music and no longer listen to Cai Luong as much Artis like a portal to the past, through it helps connect the today’s generation with previous ones. That is why many European governments continue to find museums and exhibitions in their countries, many. of which cannot operate on a commercial basis,because they can showcase their own heritage and culture and inspire future generations. Investing in arts that celebrate our nation’s history and culture
On the other hand, Spending in public services seems to more benefit for people and is rao people thinks more of its as a priority. The government has a responsibility to ensure all citizens have access to quality health services. Invesment in hospitals, medicines and community health programmes should be a priority . Contrary to art, citizens should enjoy good public services based on the taxes they pay to the goverment. Unlike public services that have char benefits, the impact of art is often spiritual and abstract, difficult to measure.
In conclusion, each aspect has different benefits and to ensure fairness for the people and give people the best, I think the goverment should invest in both