If one were to create a generalist's guide to major areas of concern in the fields of arts management and arts law, the topics addressed in this volume would all be included - copyright, income-producing activities of charitable organizations, and the uneasy relationship between the arts and culture and cable television.

The right to publicity is the right of celebrities and other famous individuals to have control over their names and likeness in various licensing ventures. The issue discussed in this article is over whether this right can be left to the heirs.

This author discusses maintaining freedom of individual artistic expression.

This article is divided into five sections. First, the distinction between voluntary and involuntary superstations is drawn. Then the interaction between copyright law and FCC regulation is analyzed. Next, the issue of satellite reseller liability is explored, and some recent cases on point are discussed. Fourth, Section 605 of the Communications Act is discussed in relationship to this problem. Finally, the FCC;s inaction is criticized, and some suggestions are made for remedying the grievances of broadcasters.

The Free Expression Policy Project (FEPP), founded in 2000, provides research and advocacy on free speech, copyright, and media democracy issues. In May 2004, FEPP became part of the Democracy Program at the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law.

The arts are fundamental to our humanity. They ennoble and inspire us—fostering creativity, goodness, and beauty. The arts bring us joy, help us express our values, and build bridges between cultures. The arts are also a fundamental component of a healthy community—strengthening them socially, educationally, and economically—benefits that persist even in difficult social and economic times.

Local arts agencies—arts councils, arts commissions, cultural affairs departments—are an essential tool for community leaders as they rebuild their economies and promote social cohesion. The nation’s 4,500 local arts agencies (LAAs) support, present, and promote the dynamic value of the arts. Through their partnerships and leadership, LAAs are building healthier communities through the arts.