Speech by Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance President Tom Kaiden at the 2010 Cultural Alliance Member Meeting.

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28. increase in supply 60%

29. increase in supply 60% increase in demand 6%

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34. Consistent message

35. Consistent message Broader base of support

36. Policymakers believe in the arts

37. Policymakers believe in the arts but need to hear from voters

38. Local leaders value arts and culture

39. Local leaders value arts and culture but don’t feel connected

40. Policymakers need to maintain economic momentum

41. Artists and cultural organizations want a stronger cultural community

42. Neighborhood leaders are seeking resources for community growth

43. We are an engine for economic growth

44. We are an engine for economic growth We have the power to elevate lives

45. We are an engine for economic growth We have the power to elevate lives We have the power to educate

46. We are an engine for economic growth We have the power to elevate lives We have the power to educate We help individuals come together and grow as a community

47. We are an engine for economic growth We have the power to elevate lives We have the power to educate We help individuals come together and grow as a community We own it because it comes from us

49. We are an engine for economic growth We have the power to elevate lives We have the power to educate We help individuals come together and grow as a community We own it because it comes from us

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54. Community Engagement Team

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