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Phil amplifies this, arguing that excessive regulation, taxation, and government overreach have hampered independent arts and small creators. The “homogenization” of culture by major corporations and the “monetization” of controversy threaten to turn art into merely a tool for political power projection, rather than genuine expression.
They emphasize that true change requires decentralizing power—empowering smaller artists, reducing regulation, and encouraging more diverse voices to participate. They critique the current infrastructure that favors the status quo: big studios, industry giants, and politically aligned institutions controlling narratives.